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21 States Face Recession; Tennessee on the Brink

10/15/2025

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Moody's Analytics says Tennessee is on the brink of a recession, while Mississippi, Georgia, and Virginia are already in downturn.
The analysis finds 21 states and the District of Columbia in a recession, contributing to a broad decline in U.S. economic activity and affecting transportation, agriculture, and construction.
Texas and Florida are thriving due to low taxes, while technology and real estate offer potential resilience amid the downturn.

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Story summary

Moody's Analytics says Tennessee is on the brink of a recession, while Mississippi, Georgia, and Virginia are already in downturn.
The analysis finds 21 states and the District of Columbia in a recession, contributing to a broad decline in U.S. economic activity and affecting transportation, agriculture, and construction.
Texas and Florida are thriving due to low taxes, while technology and real estate offer potential resilience amid the downturn.