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Article NPR Business

Economy gains strength, despite wartime headwinds

NPR Business April 30, 2026 · 8:43 am Read Original
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The Commerce Department delivers a report card this morning on the US economy during the first three months of the year. It's expected to show solid growth, despite the headwinds caused by the war with Iran.

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Source NPR Business
Published Apr 30, 2026 · 8:43 am
Article ID p1xmtt6
Original URL Open source
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