Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged up 0.1% in March after contracting 0.2% in February.
The goods-producing industries aggregate (+0.2%) led the growth for the second time in three months, driven by a rebound in the mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction and construction sectors in March. The services-producing industries aggregate edged up 0.1% in the month on increases in retail trade, transportation and warehousing and accommodation and food services and drinking places. Overall, 9 of 20 sectors expanded in March.
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