Inflation-Led Labor Strikes Are Now In North America
Inflation is the underlying cause of recent labor strikes in Canada and Hollywood, with workers demanding higher wages to cope with rising living costs.
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.
GOP Budget Bill Sparks Controversy with 'Draconian' Slower Growth in Discretionary Spending
Analysis Shows Discretionary Spending Has Been on the Rise for Decades, Outpacing Inflation
EU Leaders Pay The Price For Blindly Following Biden's Strategy
Domestic strife endemic as inflation bites.
Dems, Republicans Far Apart On Soaring U.S. Debt: I&I/TIPP Poll
An ideological split over federal debt could lead to default, or worse.
Speaker McCarthy's Budget Proposal Falls Short of Expectations
A commission for a better budget is a practical solution to America’s debt crisis.
Credit Crunch Imminent As Banks Tighten Lending Amid Deposit Flight
A credit crunch will slowdown the economy and create job loses.