US Economy Shows 2% Growth Despite Global Shocks and Trade Pressures

Despite ongoing global challenges, the US economy has demonstrated resilience, expanding at an annualized rate of around 2%. Capital expenditure (CapEx) is currently at 13.9% of US GDP, reflecting strong corporate investment. Joe Brusuelas, chief economist at RSM, noted that the US has adapted to external pressures more effectively than other developed economies, particularly through advancements in energy production. The shale revolution has made the US less vulnerable to energy price shocks, contrasting sharply with the energy strategies of European nations.