Consolidating The Chips
A brief look at the role of semiconductors in today’s world and why the U.S. should improve its production capabilities in the domain.
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.
Americans Are Concerned That Global Taxes Will Erode U.S. Tax Sovereignty
The world governments are coming together to impose a global corporate income tax. It could have a significant impact on the business world. The TIPP Poll surveys Americans on their support for the move, concerns about job losses, and eroding tax sovereignty.
Gusts Of Change
The Empire State Building is now 100% powered by Wind - read the headline this past February. And I wondered how did they do that?
Job Loss Prospects Erode Support For Tax Increases
When Americans take into account the possibility of job losses, their support for tax increases softens.
Unemployment And Workforce Shrinkage In Republican And Democratic States
tippinsights analyzes unemployment and workforce shrinkages in red and blue states.
Driving The Demand For Evs
No doubt, the new cars of the future will be electric! So that leaves us with two remaining questions: How do car buyers feel about that? And, will our electrical infrastructure support the rapid increase in electrical demand?
Financial Stress Inches Up In June
The IBD/TIPP Financial Stress Index for June indicates that the situation has not improved from last month. Here’s a look at what is driving up financial stress among Americans and who is feeling it most.
Making Gasoline Pay To Offset Emissions
How much more would you pay at the gas station for a cleaner environment? Beyond the personal budget, the answer may significantly impact our planet in the long run.
Job Sensitivity Inches Up To 54% In June
54% of U.S. households are job sensitive. 43% have at least one member looking for a full-time job.
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.
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.