Economy News The Bad Vibes Economy

People say the economy stinks yet they keep spending, what explains it?

Americans keep telling pollsters the economy is lousy, yet airport terminals, concert venues, and shopping apps suggest something very different. Household pessimism is running hot at the same time ... Read More

We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.

The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going. Read More

Consumer confidence slides in December as bad vibes about the economy persist

The Conference Board’s reading for consumer confidence ticked lower in December to reach 89.1, while consumers’ take on current business and labor market conditions also dropped compared to November’s ... Read More

Consumer confidence slumps to lowest level since the US rolled out tariffs in April

U.S. consumers were less confident in the economy in December as Americans remain anxious about still-high prices and the impact of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Read More

Many Americans don't share Trump's rosy economic vision: poll

As the calendar year comes to a close, the Trump administration is projecting a dazzling economy in 2026 — but a recent round of polls shows Americans' economic vibes are sagging. Why it matters: The ... Read More

The Trump Vibe Shift Is Dead

In January, I made a prediction: “I suspect we are at or near the peak of Trump vibes.” Now, as this long year grinds to its end, I think it can be said more declaratively: The Trump vibe shift is ... Read More

How’s Minnesota’s economy? The answer depends on your income bracket

On paper, Minnesota’s economy looks solid. Jobs remain near record highs. Economic output is growing. Major employers, from the Mayo Clinic to 3M, are hiring. And the state’s unemployment rate remains ... Read More