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The Year America Lost Its Economic Lead

Published January 5, 2026, 09:24
The Year America Lost Its Economic Lead

Despite the rise in American stocks, the US economy is lagging behind the rest of the world in terms of growth. The OECD's initial forecast of 2.4% growth in 2024 has been revised down to 2%, with a further decline to 1.7% in 2026. Simultaneously, inflation in the US is expected to rise to 2.7% in 2025 and 3% in 2026, exceeding previous estimates. The author attributes this slowdown to the policies of the Trump administration, which caused chaos in various sectors, including trade, foreign policy, and healthcare. Although the third-quarter GDP showed growth of 4.3%, this is mainly due to increased consumption, while disposable incomes remain stable.