US economy grew at a solid 2.8% pace last quarter on strength of consumer spending 

FILE - The sun sets behind high tension power lines on Sept. 23, 2024, in the Porter Ranch section of Los Angeles. The U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.8% annual rate from July through September, the Commerce Department says.

The U.S. economy grew at a healthy 2.8% annual rate from July through September, with consumers helping drive growth despite the weight of still-high interest rates.