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GDP is cooling, inflation is stubborn, and markets are nervous. These five red flags suggest a recession may be closer than you think.

The U.S. economy is sending mixed signals. While consumer spending remains resilient and unemployment is near historic lows (Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025), recent data from the Commerce Department shows a slight GDP contraction of 0.3% in Q1 2025, raising fresh questions about the road ahead. Here are five economic pressure points worth watching — and what you can do now to keep your…