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Is the US economy good or bad right now?
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Whether the U.S. economy is “good” or “bad” right now depends on what you mean by good.
The broad picture is mixed: still generally resilient, but slowing. The economy has continued to expand rather than fall into recession, and the job market has remained a key source of support. At the same time, growth has cooled, and higher interest rates and still-elevated prices have made things feel worse for many people.
So the short answer is: it’s not outright bad, but it’s not booming either. If you’re asking about the overall macro picture, it’s better described as strong but slowing.