U.S. Commerce Department notes positive second quarter economic markers

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Gross domestic product grew at a faster-than-expected pace during the second quarter of 2023 according to the Commerce Department. Markets moved higher after the report.

Inflation decreased much more than the latest Dow Jones estimate.

The Commerce Department also noted that gross private domestic investment is up, durable goods orders are up, and economic growth during the quarter was driven by gains in employment and strong consumer spending.

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