Kevin Hassett, the White House’s chief economic advisor, stated that the economic consequences of the ongoing U.S. government shutdown are significantly more severe than initially projected. However, he expressed confidence that the world’s largest economy could rebound swiftly once operations resume. n nIn an interview with Fox Business Network, Hassett noted that construction projects are already experiencing delays and the travel sector is under strain. He emphasized that tourism and leisure industries are facing substantial pressure, warning that if flight activity remains reduced for another week or two, the economy could see at least a short-term slowdown. n nHassett also pointed out that the labor market has weakened slightly, partly due to the prolonged uncertainty caused by the 38-day government closure. The extended halt in federal operations has disrupted various economic activities, affecting both public and private sectors. While the full extent of the damage remains uncertain, early signs indicate growing stress in service-related industries and delayed capital investments. n nThe advisor highlighted that consumer confidence may also be受到影响, though he maintained that a rapid recovery is feasible if the shutdown ends soon. Restoring federal services and resuming funding would likely stabilize markets and re-energize stalled projects. n nNonetheless, prolonged disruptions could have lasting effects, particularly on small businesses reliant on government contracts and employees facing unpaid leave. The situation underscores the vulnerability of economic stability to political gridlock. n nAs the shutdown continues, policymakers face mounting pressure to reach a resolution. Hassett’s remarks reflect growing concern within the administration about the broader macroeconomic implications, even as officials anticipate a rebound post-resolution. n— news from CNBC عربية n
— News Original —nالمستشار الاقتصادي للبيت الأبيض: تأثير الإغلاق الحكومي أسوأ بكثير من المتوقعn nيقول المستشار الاقتصادي للبيت الأبيض، كيفن هاسيت، إن التأثير الاقتصادي لإغلاق الحكومة الأميركية “أسوأ بكثير مما كان متوقعاً”.. لكنه في الوقت نفسه يرجح انتعاش أكبر اقتصاد في العالم بسرعة بمجرد انتهاء الإغلاق. n nويشير هاسيت إلى أن مشاريع البناء بدأت في التباطؤ، كما أن قطاع السفر يعاني، مضيفاً: “قطاع السفر والترفيه يواجه ضغوطا كبيرة، وإذا استمر هذا الوضع وتراجعت حركة الطيران لأسبوع أو أسبوعين إضافيين، فيمكن القول إننا سنشهد على الأقل تباطؤا على المدى القريب”، وذلك في مقابلة مع شبكة فوكس بيزنس نتورك n nووفق المستشار الاقتصادي للبيت الأبيض فإن سوق العمل أصبحت أضعف قليلا، ويرجع ذلك جزئيا إلى حالة عدم اليقين الناجمة عن الإغلاق الحكومي المستمر منذ 38 يوما.