Forecasts for 2026 suggest U.S. growth around 0.5%, with Fed rates at 2.75%. Inflation, foreign investment, and trade policies are key factors shaping the outlook.
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Goldman Sachs projects accelerated US economic growth to 2.6% in 2026 driven by tax refunds and reduced tariffs, though unemployment is expected to remain elevated at 4.5%.
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高市早苗首相が新年所感で経済改革を強調。年末に8.2兆円の資金流入と日銀の金利0.75％引き上げが日本経済の追い風に。2026年成長率予測と課題を解説。
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Goldman Sachs predicts accelerated 2.6% US GDP growth in 2026 from tax refunds, tariff relief, and business investments, though unemployment stays at 4.5%. Details on key drivers and inflation trends.