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Growth Is Strong, but the Obstacles to Full Recovery Are Big

The new G.D.P. numbers paint a vivid picture of a nation still struggling to complete an economic readjustment.

Consumer Spending Was a Big Factor in G.D.P. Expansion

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A 2.8 percent rise in spending on services helped offset declines in other areas of the economy.

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Pandemic Recession Officially Lasted Only Two Months

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An economic group concluded that the downturn was limited to March and April 2020, though the pandemic’s impact continues to play out.

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