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.
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.
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.
Vax Resisters Share General Mistrust Of Vaccines, As Well As Safety And Efficacy Concerns
28% of Americans are “vax resisters” who don’t plan to get a COVID vaccine soon. This article explores reasons for the hesitancy. It also demonstrates the steady gain in acceptance for coronavirus vaccines in the population.
Recycling Plastic, It’s More Than A Challenge. It Is A Must!
Robert Austin discusses the challenges of recycling plastics as well as recent advances in plastic recycling. He also emphasizes how improving plastic recycling aligns with the "doing more with less" mindset on Buckminster Fuller's Spaceship Earth.
Substance Dependence Increases Amid Pandemic
Physical isolation and psychological stress due to the pandemic restrictions continue to spur substance dependence across the U.S.
