Economy News Americans Say The Economy Stinks But They’re Spending Like It’s Great

If the economy is good, why do some Americans still feel like everything is ‘falling apart’?

Even with strong GDP growth and a booming stock market, “there’s something in the water right now that doesn’t feel right.” ... Read More

Americans are still buying things, bad economic vibes or not

Consumers are buying higher-priced drinks, pickup trucks and more — a signal from corporate America that the economy appears to be chugging along just fine. Why it matters: These anecdotes from the ... Read More

Banks see a resilient American economy despite unknowns with tariffs, inflation

While there are still uncertainties amid a struggling labor market that could slow down the economy, most bank leaders see the U.S. economy in a strong position, powered by consumers who ... Read More

Wealthy Americans Are Spending. People With Less Are Struggling.

Data show a resilient economy. But that largely reflects spending by the rich, while others pull back amid high prices and a weakening labor market. Read More

K-shaped economy: Why the wealthy are thriving as most Americans fall behind

The markets have climbed higher despite continuing concerns around the shutdown, tariffs and inflation. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have set records more than 30 times this year and other data suggest the ... Read More

Americans Say They're Reducing Spending and Budgeting Strictly, Yet the American Dream Feels Unattainable

If you're following a strict budget or cutting back on certain spending to afford a home or save for retirement, you're not alone. A new survey reveals that many Americans feel like goals are ... Read More

For third month in a row, Americans are spending more than they're making

New data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows as prices go up, people are continuing to spend more money than they earn and are also saving less. Along with the headline August personal ... Read More