Louisiana economy grows faster than U.S. economy

By: Wesley Muller

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: July 10, 2026

Words: 879

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Louisiana has made slow but positive economic progress this year, expanding production and gaining jobs amid a milder U.S. economy beset by tariffs, high inflation and worsening affordability for residents and small businesses.

New first-quarter data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis show Louisiana leading much of the country with 2.9% growth in gross domestic product, which measures the total value of the goods and services produced. The figure puts Louisiana behind …

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