U.S. Second-Quarter GDP Posts Biggest Drop on Record

The video discusses a significant decline in GDP, which fell by 32.9% on an annualized basis, slightly better than the forecasted 34.5% drop. This is the worst quarterly GDP figure ever recorded, with previous lows being 1.9% in 2008 and 1949. The video also covers current economic indicators, such as a 34.6% drop in consumer spending and a decrease in the GDP price index and Core PCE. These figures are quarterly, so the Federal Reserve may not focus heavily on them. Upcoming income and spending data for June will provide further insights into inflation trends.

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