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(CNN) -
The United States economy expanded in the second quarter at a slower rate than expected, although it was the fastest growth since last fall.
Specifically, it grew at an annual rate of 6.5%.
It was a worse-than-expected performance, as economists had forecast an annualized growth rate of 8.5% and little change from the first quarter.
However, it was the biggest jump in growth since the nation rebounded in the third quarter of 2020 from the lockdown-fueled recession.
The acceleration of the recovery was fueled by the latest round of subsidies that boosted consumer spending, as well as the reopening of the economy and continued vaccination efforts that allowed Americans to safely re-participate in public life.
Economy
