U.S. GDP rose 2.9% in the fourth quarter, more than expected even as recession fears loom
Gross domestic product was expected to rise 2.8% at an annualized pace in the fourth quarter, according to Dow Jones estimates.
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### Response: Gross domestic product was expected to rise 2.8% at an annualized pace in the fourth quarter, according to Dow Jones estimates.