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Americans Feel Bleak Despite Strong Economy — Here's Why

American consumers are seriously depressed, even as key economic data looks solid. A surprisingly deep gloom now dominates U.S. households, even as unemployment, inflation and wage trends suggest ... 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

Enten: Few Americans Believe The Top Problem Is The Economy, Or That The Shutdown Is Causing Harm To The Economy

CNN data analyst Harry Enten reported Friday that fewer Americans now cite the economy as the nation’s top problem, and that number continues to decline. Enten noted that fewer Americans are naming ... Read More

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' Confused by a tide of conflicting information, many Americans worry that the ... Read More

Americans are feeling worse about the economy as government shutdown drags on

(CNN) — The record-breaking government shutdown has left Americans feeling worse about the economic outlook. That’s according to the latest University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey, which ... Read More

Rich Americans are thriving in 2025 while 80% of the country falls behind — how to build wealth in the ‘K-shaped’ economy (even if you’re squeezed)

There’s a puzzling dynamic emerging in the American economy. On one hand, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq continue to set record highs and economic growth data is seemingly robust. Dave Ramsey says this 7-step ... Read More

Why Economic Inclusion Is The Missing Key To A Thriving Global Economy

For decades, conversations about equality in business have focused on opportunity. But as data continues to reveal just how uneven the playing field remains; the real issue isn’t opportunity, it’s ... Read More