U.S. Conference Board: Expects 1.9% Real GDP Growth in 2026 and 2027

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Justyna Zabinska-La Monica, Senior Manager of Business Cycle Indicators at The Conference Board, said the U.S. economy should continue to expand, driven mainly by business investment in AI, while rising living costs may dampen consumer spending, especially for low- and middle-income households. The Conference Board continues to forecast U.S. real GDP growth of 1.9% for both 2026 and 2027.