GDP sales in the United States picked up in the second quarter of 2026, with the indicator rising to 2.2%, up from 1.9% in the first quarter of the year. The latest reading, updated on 30 July 2026, suggests underlying demand in the U.S. economy strengthened as the year progressed.
The improvement from the first quarter 2026 level of 1.9% to 2.2% in the second quarter points to firmer sales momentum across the economy, even as broader growth conditions continue to be closely watched by markets and policymakers. The fresh data will likely feed into expectations for the trajectory of U.S. economic activity over the second half of 2026.
