Catenaa, Wednesday, November 26, 2025- The US Bureau of Economic Analysis announced Monday that it will not publish the delayed initial estimate of third-quarter gross domestic product, originally scheduled for Oct. 30, due to the prior government shutdown.
No specific timeline was given for the initial estimate’s release.
The agency plans to resume its reporting schedule with an updated estimate at a later, yet-to-be-scheduled date.
The BEA typically issues three sequential GDP estimates per quarter, providing a comprehensive view of economic activity. Officials indicated the second estimate, previously set for Wednesday, is also likely to be postponed.
In related development, the BEA reassigned the publication date for its September personal income and spending report, which includes the personal-consumption expenditures price index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation. That report, skipped on October 31, is now expected on December 5.
Analysts had been anticipating the initial GDP data as a key indicator of US economic growth trends in the third quarter, particularly following disruptions from the shutdown. The delay leaves a gap in timely data that informs policymakers, investors, and market participants.
The agency has not provided additional guidance on whether further adjustments to its release schedule may be necessary.
