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.
Onsite, Remote, Or Hybrid—Employees Pick For Now
American workers appreciate the ability to work from home, which saves them hours of commuting time. However, many believe that onsite work is more productive.
Falling Stock Portfolios Add To Americans' Woes
Americans are being slammed by inflation, recession, stagflation, a bear market, and more.
Biden’s Policies Darken Small Business Outlook
Small business owners are bracing for a recession and are cutting back on various business expenses to cope. The SBE-Council-TechnoMetrica survey found that most small business owners do not agree with President Biden’s priorities and policies.
Biden’s Green Strategy Is in Complete Collapse, At Home And Globally
Most regrettably, the guy with a smile on his face is Vladimir Putin. The sanctions strategy has backfired on the U.S. and NATO.
$2 Trillion Plunge In Value Hammers Crypto Market
The cryptocurrency market is known for its ups and downs, but the plunge in its value from $2.8 trillion to $0.95 trillion in just seven months – a fall of 67 percent – is unprecedented.
Even Democrats Blame Biden For Surging Inflation: I&I/TIPP Poll
More than half of Americans see soaring federal spending during pandemic behind the surge in prices.
Will Manchin Break Hearts On ‘Build Back Smaller’?
Sources say the senator is holding secret negotiations with Senator Schumer to pass this high-spend, high-tax package that would make both recession and inflation even worse.
Unprecedented Financial Stress Roils Americans
Financial stress affects Americans of all ages, income levels, political views, and ideologies.
The Criminal Order Beneath the 'Chaos' of San Francisco's Tenderloin
The epicenter of the political earthquakes rattling San Francisco’s progressive establishment is a 30-square-block neighborhood in the center of downtown known as the Tenderloin.
18 Charts Reveal The Darkness Behind Economic Confidence
Americans worry about bills and making ends meet. Inflation is a $460 monthly tax for each household.
In Biden's World, Midterms Trump Human Rights
Biden’s upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia signals a volte-face, demonstrating that upholding human rights is not as crucial as the midterms.