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.
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.
President Biden's Myopic Plan To Empty The Strategic Petroleum Reserve
The move threatens U.S. national security.
Russia Braces For A Deep Recession
Russia is headed for one of its worst recessions in recent history.
Bracing For Russian Cyberattack
The White House says Russia is considering a cyberattack on the United States.
Pandemic Startups See Opportunity, but President Biden’s Policies Undermine Their Ambitions
President Biden must help small businesses succeed to ensure a healthy economy.
I&I/TIPP Poll: Are You Better Off Today Than A Year Ago? By 4-To-1, Americans Say 'No'
Inflation, COVID shutdowns, and supply-chain shortages have made Americans increasingly gloomy about the economy.
Americans View Semiconductor Manufacturing As Critical To National Security
Americans see eye-to-eye on the vital national security issue.
Americans United On Prioritizing Domestic Fossils Over Climate Change
Energy security ahead of climate change.
Economic Confidence Collapses To 8-Year Low As Inflation Rises, Stock Market Sinks
Another month of decline in confidence.
Economic Confidence Swoons As Inflation Rises And The Stock Market Falls
Americans are gloomy and stressed because their economic confidence has been weak for the seventh month in a row.
Energy Prices Buffeted By Geopolitical Tensions
Unprecedented lockdowns and geopolitical tensions cast a shadow on the energy sector, contributing to high inflation and dragging economic recovery.
Americans Favor Cutting Government Spending To Lower Inflation: Kudlow/TIPP Poll
'Inflation, the taxation without legislation,' is equally worrying people and the government. The two seem to have very different opinions on how to curb it. Here's what Americans think the government should do.
Inflation Wreaks Havoc On Economic Confidence In 2022
The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index swoons in January.
12 Charts Explain Why President Biden's Ratings Are On Life Support
One-year anniversary report of President Biden's performance