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What role did Trump's tariffs play in economy's third quarter surge?

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New government data reveals the U.S. economy saw a major surge in the third quarter of 2025.

Breakdown
  • U.S. GDP grew 4.3% in Q3 2025, the highest in two years 6s
  • Consumer Confidence Index fell to its lowest since April after tariffs 15s
  • Tariffs affected GDP by altering import and export patterns 1m 31s
  • Consumer spending rose 3.5% in Q3 despite tariff concerns 2m 4s
  • Annual GDP growth for 2025 expected to average around 2% 1m 23s