Great news for the United States! The economy is doing really well in the second quarter of 2023. It grew by 2.4 percent, which means we're making more stuff and providing more services than before.
The first quarter also saw growth, but it was a bit lower at 2.0 percent. Still, any growth is good news for the country's economy. These numbers are not final yet, though. They might change a little when the official agency updates them on August 30, 2023.
So, what's making the economy grow? It's because people are spending money, businesses are investing, and the government is also spending money. When businesses stock up on goods, that helps too. However, our exports and investments in housing went down a bit, but our imports decreased, which helped with the overall calculation.
The prices of things we buy have gone up a little, but not as much as before. In the second quarter, prices increased by 1.9 percent, compared to 3.8 percent in the first quarter. So, while costs are going up, it's not as fast as it was earlier.
On a brighter note, people are making more money too! In the second quarter, personal income went up by $236.1 billion. After taxes and deductions, people had 5.2 percent more money to spend. And even after considering inflation, which is the increase in prices, people still had 2.5 percent more money to keep in their pockets.
But don't get too carried away just yet. The numbers might change a bit as they get more data. So, keep an eye out for the official update on September 28, 2023.
All this growth can have an impact on the fintech industry and cryptocurrencies. So, if you're into investing, you might want to stay informed and get ready for the opportunities coming your way!
Happy investing! 😃