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U.S. Economy Faces Turbulence Amid AI Surge and Shutdown

12/3/2025

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The U.S. economy faced headwinds in 2025 as a surge in artificial intelligence investments coincided with slower growth under U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and policies.
The longest government shutdown disrupted the release of official employment and inflation data, complicating policymakers' assessments.
Experts are considering three potential scenarios for 2026.

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Story summary

The U.S. economy faced headwinds in 2025 as a surge in artificial intelligence investments coincided with slower growth under U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and policies.
The longest government shutdown disrupted the release of official employment and inflation data, complicating policymakers' assessments.
Experts are considering three potential scenarios for 2026.