Measures the change in the inflation-adjusted value of all goods and services produced by the economy compared to the previous quarter. It is the primary indicator of economic health and growth. High growth suggests a robust economy, while negative growth indicates contraction.
Calculated by comparing the total value of goods and services produced in the current quarter to the previous quarter, adjusted for inflation. It uses the expenditure approach, summing consumption, investment, government spending, and net exports.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2026 | 1.40 | 1.20 | +0.20 |
| May 15, 2026 | -0.30 | 0.90 | -1.20 |
| Feb 16, 2026 | 1.00 | 0.40 | +0.60 |
| Nov 17, 2025 | 0.00 | 1.60 | -1.60 |
| Aug 18, 2025 | 1.80 | 0.20 | +1.60 |
| May 15, 2025 | -0.20 | 0.90 | -1.10 |
| Feb 17, 2025 | 0.90 | 0.50 | +0.40 |
| Nov 15, 2024 | 0.80 | 1.10 | -0.30 |
| Aug 18, 2024 | 0.20 | 0.80 | -0.60 |
| May 16, 2024 | 0.60 | 1.00 | -0.40 |
| Feb 15, 2024 | 0.50 | 0.70 | -0.20 |
| Nov 15, 2023 | 0.10 | 0.80 | -0.70 |