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Warning Against Overestimating Economic Resilience Amid Rising Consumer Debt

Published July 31, 2026 at 8:04 PM UTC

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While the U.S. economy showed a 1.5% growth in the second quarter of 2026, slightly below expectations, the underlying factors raise concerns about long-term sustainability.

The significant increase in consumer spending, rising at a 3.