Commentators cite Atlanta Fed model projecting ~5% third-quarter growth

Sep 4, 2026

Speakers said the Atlanta Fed's GDP nowcast implies roughly 5% growth for the third quarter and tied that projection to a positive economic message ahead of the midterms.

The full story

Commentators noted that other indicators—specifically the Atlanta Fed's GDP nowcast—show robust third-quarter growth, which they said bolsters an optimistic economic narrative. Kevin said "the Atlanta Fed GDP now says the 3rd 0.25 growth is gonna be about, 5%," framing the projection as confirmation of strong growth.

Free newsletter

Sign up to keep reading.

Your free newsletter brings you what your city council, county, and school board discussed and decided.

or
Already have an account? Sign in