Americans are feeling a lot worse about the state of the economy

Americans are downbeat on the economy, according to preliminary data released by the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index. Read More

The economy is chugging along, but consumers are uneasy

Consumers report feeling increasingly glum about the economy. Still, data suggests there has been no significant slowdown in their spending habits. Read More

American consumers are getting nervous about inflation again. For now, they’re still spending

Americans are still opening their wallets, with unemployment remaining low and businesses blunting the effects of President Donald Trump’s widespread tariffs. But consumers remain skittish over ... Read More

This typically dull congressional hearing could alter the direction of America’s economy

Washington (CNN) — President Donald Trump’s ambition to revamp the Federal Reserve could get a significant boost at a confirmation hearing Thursday. The future of the world’s most powerful central ... Read More

Consumers are feeling pessimistic about this economy. But don't expect them to stop spending.

Consumers, as we say all the time on this program, drive this economy. Their spending accounts for around 70% of GDP. And right now, they are not feeling great about this economy. On Tuesday, the ... Read More