Economy

Americans are better able to manage their bills, but uncertainty around back to the office remains. Meanwhile, parents who are hesitant about the vaccine for themselves are still wary of allowing their children to get one, pointing to barriers along the path towards herd immunity.

Gains in Jobs and Expectations sub-index fuel growth

Jobs sub-index is the only one still below pre-pandemic reading

Decline in the Jobs and Expectations sub-indices from last week leads to more muted sentiment overall

Some Americans report improving mental health as fears about returning to “normal” pre-COVID life recede. Meanwhile, Americans are feeling more secure about their purchasing power.

All indices remain level as expectations stand close to historical record

Key highlights from May's America the Uncertain webinar, a briefing from the Ipsos political polling team on data and trends shaping American politics.

Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget/Ipsos poll reveals that Americans mostly want federal budget allocated evenly across generations

Americans are venturing out little by little and growing more confident, but barriers to fully vaccinating the nation remain.