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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

Middle-income Americans pessimistic about their financial future amid persistent inflation, analysis shows

Study reveals only 21% of middle-income Americans expect better finances next year, down from 33% in 2020, as inflation creates widespread pessimism. Read More

'Jenga Tower' U.S. Economy Teeters As Middle Class Pulls Back Spending

The surprising resilience of the US economy this year is masking underlying weakness among low- and middle-income households, as higher-income Americans continue to drive growth. This dichotomy ... Read More

You're living in a "K-shaped" economy. Here's how that affects you.

To understand how Americans are faring economically these days, it's helpful to consider the eleventh letter of the alphabet. Experts describe the current U.S. economy as "K-shaped," a reference to ... Read More

Bank of America CEO cautions over middle class feeling the 'pinch' as economy faces new threats

Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan cautioned that while the American consumer remains a powerful force keeping the economy afloat, the middle class is beginning to feel the strain. Read More

Wall Street Warns Of ‘K-Shaped’ Economy—Here’s What To Know

As Americans have raised concerns about rising prices, a possible recession, a cooling labor market and an ongoing government shutdown in recent months, economists have warned the U.S. economy may be ... Read More

This burrito is everything you need to know about America’s economy

Fact 1: America’s economy and stock market keep growing, buoyed by robust consumer spending and AI mega-growth. Fact 2: Hiring is at a standstill, inflation is rising, loan defaults are abundant and ... Read More

Do Americans really need more than $112,000 to feel middle class?

A recent survey has sparked debate by suggesting that Americans believe a household income of $112,131 is necessary to be considered middle class. This figure challenges traditional notions of ... Read More

CBS News poll finds rising concern over government shutdown impact on economy, Americans personally

Anthony Salvanto, Ph.D., is CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys. He oversees the CBS News Poll and all surveys across topics and heads the CBS News Decision Desk that estimates ... Read More

National Survey: Middle-Income Families Adapting to ‘New Normal’ of Higher Costs

Fifth anniversary of poll reveals reduced savings, lingering debt and lower financial confidence When the survey first launched in Q3 2020, about half (50%) of middle-income Americans said their ... Read More

A Kansas Comeback: Farm Income Set to Nearly Double in 2025

When it comes to the farm economy, 2025 has been a year of contrasts. Some farmers are finally seeing brighter days, while others are fighting just to stay afloat. Kansas State University’s Joe ... Read More

‘Jenga Tower’ US Economy Teeters as Middle Class Pulls Back Spending

The surprising resilience of the US economy this year is masking underlying weakness among low- and middle-income households, as higher-income Americans continue to drive growth. This dichotomy ... Read More