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28.05.202612:30:00UTC+00US Real Consumer Spending Growth Slows Slightly in First Quarter

Real consumer spending in the United States edged down in the first quarter of 2026, with growth easing to 1.4% from a previously recorded 1.6% in the same period. The updated figure, released on 28 May 2026, points to a modest cooling in the pace of consumer activity, a key driver of overall US economic performance.

While the change is small, the softer reading may signal that households are becoming more cautious in their spending, potentially reflecting pressure from prices, borrowing costs, or uncertainty about the broader economic outlook. Market participants and policymakers alike are likely to watch upcoming data closely to assess whether this slowdown in real consumer expenditure is temporary or the start of a more sustained moderation in US demand.

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