Q2 GDP advance estimate
Growth above expectations can support earnings confidence; weak growth can raise slowdown concerns.
What it means
GDP measures how much the economy is producing. It is a broad growth scorecard.
Why markets care
Growth above expectations can support earnings confidence; weak growth can raise slowdown concerns.
What to watch
Watch whether growth is above or below expectations and whether inflation is also rising.
Simple example
Strong GDP with cooling inflation can support risk assets; weak GDP can raise slowdown fears.