Q3 GDP Third Estimate: Real GDP at 3.1%, Above Forecast

Published on December 19, 2024

The U.S. economy grew above expectations during the third quarter of this year. Real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 3.1% in Q3 2024, according to the third estimate. The latest estimate is above the forecasted 2.8% growth and is below the Q2 2024 GDP final estimate of 3.0%.