U.S. GDP Shrinks by 0.3%: Is It Just the Beginning of a Market Downturn? The U.S. economy contracted by 0.3% in the latest quarterly report, sparking concerns among investors and economists about whether this signals the onset of a broader market downturn. While a single quarter of negative growth does not technically constitute a recession, it raises red flags—especially amid an environment already fraught with inflationary pressures, high interest rates, and global uncertainty. Understanding the 0.3% Contraction The reported 0.3% decline in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reflects slowing consumer spending, reduced business investment, and a pullback in exports. The Federal Reserve’s ongoing fight against inflation through aggressive interest rate hikes has begun to cool economic activity—e
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