Economy

In the five charts below, we explore how Americans are approaching the banking crisis and how opinions on government bailouts have changed in the past decade.

While sentiment remains in line with early March, Expectations have been slightly damaged

Current and Investment sub-indices decline slightly while the Expectations and Jobs indicators show little movement.

Americans are confident in their individual banks, but are split on support of bank bailouts by the government.

President Biden's approval rating remains low, and a two-thirds believe the country is headed in the wrong direction.

We discuss what you need to know about the economy and consumers in the five charts below, using our new and improved consumer confidence numbers.

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Global Consumer Confidence Index enhancements include broader coverage and more immediacy.

Inflation remains the top global concern for the 11th month in a row with 15 countries choosing it as their number one worry.