Some of the smallest states and some of the largest states in the United States measured by real gross domestic product (GDP) posted negative real GDP growth rates for 2008, according to data from the Department of Commerce.
With the first quarter 2010 gross domestic product (GDP) growth estimate revised down by 0.3% from last month's estimate and other indicators showing a lack of traction for a full out recovery, many economists feel 2010 will be a slow growth year.