Economy
TIPP Poll data on Americans' perception of the economy is the foundation for this section. Topics covered include U.S. consumer confidence, consumer sentiment, job market, economic growth, recession, financial stress, economic outlook, personal financial outlook, federal economic policies. We also cover trade, taxes, and debt. Our TIPP economic optimism index, financial stress index, job sensitivity metrics, and other polling on current economic issues drive the discussions.
Consumer Price Inflation At Record High In Europe
Inflation in the 19-member eurozone hit a record 8.1% year-on-year in May, a record since the currency was introduced in 2002.
President Looks To Be Prepping America for Bad Economic News
Kudlow's response to President Biden's WSJ Op-Ed on how he intends to control inflation.
Biden's Three-Point Plan To Nowhere
Biden’s plans to fight the 40-year high inflation, much like his other fiscal policies, we fear, could make matters much worse.
Biden's Economy In "Transition" To A Recession
President Biden said the economy is in 'transition.' He's right, but the conditions are such that the economy is heading to a recession.
Biden's Bear Market
The S&P 500 has lost $2 trillion worth of market capitalization in 2022.
Yellen Utters The Dreaded "S" Word: Stagflation
America's top finance official is carefully reintroducing the term Stagflation, for the first time in 50 years.
America's Financial Stress Epidemic
As the country recovers from the pandemic, it faces a monster of inflation. High financial stress puts one's health at risk.
12 Charts Explain Why Economic Confidence Is Dark
The data points to a recession on the horizon; the question is how soon.
Americans Support Energy Independence, While Biden Dithers and Inflation Soars
American energy independence is critical to a prosperous US economy, national security, and global peace and stability.
Americans Are Happy Despite Challenges: TIPP Happiness Index
A positive Happiness Index is beneficial for the country.
Six Charts Explain Why China's Slowing Economy May Worsen U.S. Inflation
China's lockdown, manufacturing costs, and supply-chain problems may aggravate U.S. inflation.
Gasoline Prices Highlight Energy Security Concerns
Gasoline prices are hurting Americans across the board. Here’s what they attribute the price rise to and the reasons behind it.
America’s Economic Malaise
Though the President claims the economy is “on the move,” most Americans are concerned about the economy and grappling with high inflation.