Re: U.S. economic reports

On 8/3/2026 3:03 PM, Dude wrote:
> On 7/31/2026 9:29 AM, Dude wrote:
>> Recent U.S. economic reports show real GDP grew at an annualized rate 
>> of 1.5% in the second quarter of 2026, while the unemployment rate 
>> stood at 4.2% and the Consumer Price Index changed by -0.4% in June 2026.
>>
>> The main problem with the economy is energy and how you generate it. 
>> Fossil fuel is not located where it's needed. So, where do we get it 
>> and how to extract and refine it, then distribute it where it's needed?
>>
>> So, what's the problem?
>>
>> The U.S. Central Command states the international waterway is open and 
>> traffic is flowing. President Donald Trump declared the U.S. as the 
>> guardian of the strait and asserted it is open to all general ship 
>> traffic.
>  >
> Socialists realizing the working class isn't with them is something 
> special!
 >
"Fifteen manufacturing industries, including electrical equipment, 
appliances and components, primary metals, transportation equipment, 
machinery as well as computer and electronic products, reported growth 
last month."

US manufacturing activity hits more than four-year high; input prices 
elevated...

Reuters, August 3, 20267:05 AM

https://tinyurl.com/bdu48snd