Economy slowed in second quarter, while inflation improved
- Posted on July 30, 2026
- By Washington Post
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Economy slowed in second quarter, while inflation improved
The economy slowed to 1.5 percent growth in the second quarter, the Commerce Department said Thursday. Inflation cooled to 3.3 percent, but stayed well above the Federal Reserve's target.