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U.S. GDP Gain Revised Down to 2.0% for Q2
The Economy

U.S. GDP Gain Revised Down to 2.0% for Q2

The government's second estimate of GDP showed a rebound in corporate profits as businesses benefited from strong consumer spending.
By Matthew Heller | August 29, 2019
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U.S. GDP Revised Down to 2.2%
The Economy

U.S. GDP Revised Down to 2.2%

A weaker inventory buildup than first estimated could bode well for second-quarter gross domestic product numbers.
By William Sprouse | May 30, 2018
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Corporate Profits Climb 0.5% in 4th Quarter
The Economy

Corporate Profits Climb 0.5% in 4th Quarter

The gain was the third in four quarters but some analysts are cutting back their forecasts for S&P 500 earnings for the first quarter.
By Matthew Heller | March 31, 2017
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GDP Growth Revised Down to 1.1% for Q2
The Economy

GDP Growth Revised Down to 1.1% for Q2

Economists expect growth to rebound to more than 3% in the third quarter, with a healthy labor market supporting consumer spending.
By Matthew Heller | August 29, 2016
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U.S. Corporate Profits Fall 8.1% in 4th Quarter
The Economy

U.S. Corporate Profits Fall 8.1% in 4th Quarter

The slowdown in GDP growth was less than previously estimated but corporate profits continue to be hit by a strong dollar and cheap oil.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 25, 2016
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