July 29, 2025

The Economic Outlook for Q3 2025

After a 0.5% contraction in the first quarter, growth appears to have rebounded, with the Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow forecasting a 2.6% expansion for the second quarter.


The labor market remains resilient—jobs are still being added, though at a slower pace—while unemployment continues to edge lower, partly due to shifts in labor supply. Our written outlook this quarter highlights the rising U.S. debt, the implications of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and the potential long-term effects of a higher debt-to-GDP ratio.

If interested in a deeper dive on these topics, check out our latest Quarterly Outlook.

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Jason Blackwell

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As the Chief Investment Strategist and a Principal of Focus Partners, Jason is an investment professional with a focus on asset allocation, portfolio construction, and third-party manager selection. In his role, he is an important resource for our clients and wealth advisors, assisting them in developing portfolios designed to support their goals and communicating the firm’s investment strategy. He also serves on the Focus Partners Investment Committee and is a spokesperson for Focus Partners Investment Management.