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U.S. Economy Shows Strong Growth Despite Challenges

Updated 2026-09-03 14:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

The U.S. economy continued its expansion in August, growing at the fastest pace in six months despite higher inflation and new tariffs. However, market expectations for Victoria’s Secret's performance were not met.

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2026-09-03 14:30 UTC
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The company delivered sales near the high end of its forecasted range, but Wall Street was expecting more, and the stock is headed for its worst day in more than a year.
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The largest part of the economy grew in August at the fastest pace in six months despite higher inflation and a new round of White House tariffs, suggesting a six-year-old U.S. expansion has plenty more room to run.
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