Paucity Of Power In China
We examine the causes of China's energy crisis and its global implications.
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.
Economic Confidence Turns Gloomier Amid Washington’s Fiscal Profligacy
IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index declines again in October.
I&I/TIPP Poll: Most Independents Oppose Biden’s Massive Spending Plan
Is President Biden in a no-win situation?
Americans Back Government Spending Cuts To Control Inflation
Americans believe inflation is here to stay and that the most preferred method of containing inflation is to reduce government spending.
All You Need To Know About The Federal Reserve Meeting
Factors the Fed will evaluate to formulate monetary policy
Americans' Confidence In The Direction Of The Country In Freefall In September
Most Americans think the country is heading in the wrong direction.
48% Oppose Rent Relief Extension: Golden/TIPP Poll
Almost half (48%) oppose extending rent relief due to the coronavirus.
Economic Confidence Collapses As A Flood Of Negatives Predicts A Bad Patch
After an eight-month spell in the positive zone, economic confidence plummets in September.
Homeownership Is Still Part Of The American Dream
Americans aspire to own a home and think it is part of their American Dream.
Is The Red Hot Housing Market About To Cool Off?
Is the housing market about to cool and level off? The IBD/TIPP Poll may provide some hints.
Auto Demand Continues To Cruise In The Stratosphere
TechnoMetrica's Auto Demand Index remains strong. High demand, low inventory, and an uncertain supply chain situation work against the customer.
Financial Stress Continues To Plague Americans
In August, the IBD/TIPP Financial Stress Index rose by 1.3 points, or 2.1 percent. In the four months since April, the index has risen 6.4 points, or 11.2 percent.
Global Food Prices Surge
The FAO Food Price Index is up 31% year over year, indicating a significant increase in global food prices.
Energy Costs Pose Grave Risk To Vulnerable Americans
Congressman Kevin Hern (OK-01) and Derrick Hollie stress the importance of enacting legislation such as H.R. 4266 to reduce the impact of energy costs on vulnerable communities. Americans overwhelmingly support their position.
Support For Biden Spending Plans Evaporates If It Means Tax Hikes: I&I/TIPP Poll
The public does not support President Biden's massive spending proposals if it means raising taxes.