The U.S. economy grew by 2.2% in the second quarter of 2026, exceeding initial estimates

The United States economy grew at an annual rate of 2.2% in the second quarter of 2026, exceeding the initial estimate of 1.5%, according to revised data released Wednesday by the Commerce Department. The result indicates stronger growth than analysts had anticipated during the April-June period.

Official data also show that the US economy performed better than previously estimated in the first quarter. GDP advanced by 2.5%, compared with the initial forecast of 2.1%.

Household consumption was the main driver of growth in the second quarter. Consumer spending, which accounts for approximately two-thirds of US economic activity, increased by 3.8%, above the 3.4% estimate and well above the 0.7% rise recorded in the first three months of the year.

Analysts estimate that tax cuts and massive investment in artificial intelligence will support the economy throughout this year. However, consumer outlooks have deteriorated. Rising fuel prices have undermined public confidence, which fell in September to its lowest level in 12 and a half years, according to the Conference Board.