On the high side because holiday season came in hotter than expected, which apparently led to overstated estimates. But this is the time of year when revisions tend to be greatest, all the time.

So, no, it’s not really surprising under these circumstances, and seeing that clear reality is not a conspiracy theory. Constantly seeing conspiracies in numbers you think might benefit the incumbent otoh, that’s a Trumpistani standard.
[Post edited by hoolstoptheheels at 03/08/2024 12:00PM]