Economy

Two decades on, Americans see September 11th as one of the most influential and personally impactful events of the 21st century

However, expectations of a speedy post-COVID economic recovery are fading

Belief that the economy will recover quickly post-pandemic rebounds

Only half think economy will recover quickly once restrictions are relaxed

Consumer confidence is down in the world’s two largest economies

Sentiment holds below pre-pandemic levels

Despite a positive jobs report, Delta is putting Americans on edge.

Consumers are uneasy amid rising COVID cases and the spread of the Delta variant

Volatile sentiment reflects ongoing uncertainty about the recovery