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U.S. Economic Slowdown: Tariffs and Policy Shifts Impact Growth
Simply Economics
3 minutes 45 seconds
5 months ago
U.S. Economic Slowdown: Tariffs and Policy Shifts Impact Growth
In today's episode, we delve into the U.S. economic slowdown as new tariffs and policy changes take effect. The OECD revises its GDP growth forecast, highlighting a concerning economic trajectory. We explore the factors contributing to this slowdown, including rising tariffs and inflation, and discuss the potential for stagflation. Join us as we analyze the resilience of certain regions and sectors, and consider the global implications of these economic challenges.Sources:https://abcnews.go.com/Business/us-economic-outlook-slashed-oecd-trumps-tariffs-upend/story?id=122443152https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-tariffs-us-economy-growth-oecd-forecasts-inflation-jobs-incomes-2025-6https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-economic-growth-forecast-cut-sharply-oecd-due-higher-tariffshttps://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/p/june-4-2025https://www.investopedia.com/federal-reserve-the-economy-is-slowing-as-companies-can-t-figure-out-the-rules-of-this-tariff-game-11748450
Simply Economics
Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightfoward news from the world of economics.