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.
White Collar Layoffs Complicate Liberals' Narrative About The Biden Economy
Watch out: The media is again providing cover for the Biden administration, suppressing bad news and exaggerating positive aspects of the economy, just like in 2020.
Bidenflation Steady At 16.6%, With No Signs Of Easing
Americans continue to feel the pain of inflation amidst stagnant wage growth.
RCM/TIPP Economic Optimism Index Brightens In January
A big boost in investor confidence delivers a positive report.
More Bad News For Biden: Just 34% Of Americans Say They’re Better Off Than Four Years Ago: I&I/TIPP Poll
Answer to “Are you better off than you were four years ago?” will almost certainly decide how Americans vote in November.
Recession In 2024?
Consumers hold a gloomy outlook, and the belief in an impending recession in 2024 is growing, potentially becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy.
America’s Priorities As We Bid Farewell To 2023
Priorities differ based on party and ideological affiliations.
Bidenflation Steady At 16.7%, With No Relief In Sight
Thanks to Bidenomics, Americans can expect to spend more-for-less this Christmas.