
Q3 GDP Updated Estimate: Real GDP at 4.4%, Higher Than Expected
Published on January 22, 2026
The U.S. economy showed robust growth in the third quarter, posting its strongest reading in two years. The BEA's updated estimate of real gross domestic product showed economic growth increased at an annual rate of 4.4% in Q3 2025. The latest estimate was higher than the 4.3% forecast and marked an uptick from the Q2 final estimate of 3.8%.
