Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

Strong consumer spending and soaring investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure were key drivers of growth in the third quarter.

October 29, 2026Updated: October 29, 2026

By Associated Press (AP)

Strong growth and inflation paints mixed picture of economy days before midterm elections

A woman pushes a shopping cart as she leaves a grocery store in Arlington Heights, Ill., Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

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