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Lessons from the Q2 GDP Output Breakdown

The output breakdown of Q2 GDP showed that virus containment measures hit the hospitality, recreation, and transport sectors hardest, while financial services were relatively unaffected. The more targeted nature of second wave restrictions suggests that the hit to output will be significantly smaller, but economies with bigger consumer-facing services sectors are likely to suffer most.

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