U.S. economic growth rebounded in the first quarter, with GDP rising at an annualized rate of 2%, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

The result was slightly below economists’ expectations of 2.3% but marked an improvement from the weaker end of 2025.

Growth was driven by consumer spending, investment, exports, and government spending, with strong gains in AI-related technology investment.

Some sectors like housing and nonresidential construction declined, partially offsetting gains, CNBC has reported.

Economists noted the economy remains solid but uneven, with AI investment and energy prices shaping near-term trends.