Automotive Demand Index Brightens: It’s Pretty Breathtaking Actually
Our latest survey shows robust demand for new vehicles. We forecast auto sales to remain strong in the coming months, hovering around 17.5 million units on an annualized basis.
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.
Vaccine Resisters Dig In
Vaccine hesitancy among Americans continues to hover around the mid-20s. Vaccine hesitancy has many reasons. Unfortunately, the administration's attempts to boost vaccination by offering incentives are yet to show significant results.
Americans Favor Trade-Off On China’s Militarization
Americans want to use trade to reign In China's aggressive military actions.
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.
Economic Confidence Brightens In June
Americans are ready to put the pandemic behind them and embark on new, brighter times.
44% Believe Coronavirus Is Manmade & Half Of Them Say It Was Intentionally Released
What do Americans think about the coronavirus's origin? A TIPP Poll looks into it.
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.
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.
Americans Believe That The Wealthy And Corporations Are Undertaxed
We share Americans' perspectives on federal taxes as they file their tax returns.
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."
50% of American Households Are Job Sensitive
tippinsights examines the current job sensitivity data.
Republicans And Independents Are Unwilling To Vaccinate
The latest TIPP Poll shows that Republicans and Independents are hesitant to vaccinate.
Is College The Wisest And Most Rewarding Investment Of Your Child's Time And Your Money?
Bob Austin reflects on his life in this thought-provoking essay and emphasizes the value of matching personality and profession. A must-read for anyone at the junction of choosing a career or considering a career change.
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.
Economic Confidence Slips in May, As President Biden's Tax Plan Squeezes The Wealthy
The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index slips in May. One reason for the decline is President Biden's tax increases and spending plans, which have eroded the confidence of high-income earners.