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How is the U.S. economy doing?

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Americans are increasingly pessimistic about the U.S. economy, with concerns centered on inflation, rising prices, and job availability. Only about a third describe the economy as good, and many expect AI to negatively impact jobs and the broader economy.

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New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

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  • A growing number of Americans believe the economy is getting worse. 10s
  • Only about a third of respondents rate the economy as good. 24s
  • Inflation and rising prices are the top concerns for most Americans. 28s
  • About half of those surveyed view the job market as bad, up from six months ago. 57s
  • More than half believe artificial intelligence will negatively impact the economy. 1m 52s
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New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy
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CBS America
5 hours ago
New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

Recent polling shows more people say the economy is getting worse, with only a third describing it as good.

New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy
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CBS America
5 hours ago
New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

Prices and inflation are the top concerns, and Americans report that prices have still been going up.

New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy
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CBS America
5 hours ago
New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

About half of Americans now view the job market negatively, a more pessimistic view than six months ago.

New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy
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CBS America
5 hours ago
New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

Nearly half say there are fewer good jobs available in their area than five years ago.

New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy
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CBS America
5 hours ago
New poll shows Americans feel worse about the economy

A substantial number believe AI may decrease the number of jobs in their field, and more than half think AI will have a negative impact on the economy.

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