Safe Travels On The Cards For Many Americans
Many Americans are planning to travel this summer, which is another encouraging sign that we are putting the pandemic's dark days behind us.
Trends
Based on our survey data, this insightful section reflects on the changing American consumer, trends in their embryonic stages, adoption of new trends, and their implications for society. Articles range from the legalization of marijuana to video streaming to work from home to automobile preferences.
Winds Of Change On The Horizon
Wind farm will power half a million homes in New Jersey by 2024.
36% Of Americans Don't Have Any Retirement Savings
According to a recent TIPP Poll, more than a third of Americans are unprepared for retirement.
Time To Upset The Apple Cart?
Tech companies have grown to such proportions that many behave like monopolies. We look at how Americans feel about this development and what is likely in store for the tech giants starting with Apple, Inc.
Haves and Have-Nots: How The Pandemic Divided America
53 percent of Americans struggle to keep up with living expenses such as car payments and rent. The pandemic has divided the country into two camps: the haves and the have-nots.
Automotive Demand Index Slips Slightly, Still Very Strong
TechnoMetrica forecasts auto sales will remain strong in the coming months, hovering around 18.5 to 19.0 million annualized units.
Public Worried About Cyber Attacks
Mark Pfeifle, a cybersecurity expert, discusses the results of a recent TIPP Poll on the subject as well as steps to improve cybersecurity.
Americans Want Energy Independence, Economic Impact Assessments Before Enactment Of New Energy Legislation, And Significant Role For America's Energy Producers In Biden’s "Build Back Better" Plan
In this article, Derrick Hollie, an expert on energy poverty issues, discusses the latest TIPP Poll findings on energy independence, economic impact assessment, and the role America's energy producers must play in President Biden's "Build Back Better Plan."
Republicans And Independents Are Unwilling To Vaccinate
The latest TIPP Poll shows that Republicans and Independents are hesitant to vaccinate.
Financial Stress Slightly Up In May
The TIPP Financial Stress Index edged up by 0.9 points in May. The index is below its three-month moving average for the sixth month in a row, indicating its commitment to improvement.
Americans Bullish On ‘Made In America’ Initiatives
Consumers prefer retailers that support American manufacturers and are willing to pay more for American products.
Trust In Traditional Media Sinks Precipitously In April
The monthly TIPP traditional media trust index plummeted sharply while the alternative media trust index edged down in April. This article shows who trusts the media and who lacks trust.
Do I believe in Global Warming? I'm glad you asked that question…
In response to reader inquiries regarding his previous columns, Robert Austin attempts to clarify his personal position on the issues.
Automotive Demand Index Strong As The Stimulus Kicks In
TechnoMetrica's Auto Demand Index shows good momentum and forecasts new car sales will be strong in the coming months.
COVID19 Pandemic Prodding Many Americans To Move
This article discusses pandemic-related migration, its significance, the reasons for relocations, and destinations.