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U.S. Economy Faces Stagflation Threat as GDP Growth Slows and Inflation Rises

The U.S. GDP grew by only 1.6% in the first quarter of 2024, significantly below forecasts, while core inflation accelerated to 3.7%, prompting concerns over stagflation.