Economy

Sentiment is volatile week-to-week but gradually trending upwards

Jobs Index 20 points below pre-pandemic levels

Many parents are playing a wait and see game with back-to-school shopping as finances and school openings remain up in the air.

Sentiment about current conditions and investment improves, but Americans anticipate more job losses

Concern about job security becoming more prevalent

A historic economic downturn is hurting some more than others as many people struggle to make ends meet as the government rolls back aid.

Consumer confidence shows a slight dip vs. last week

Americans support expanding pandemic relief as people and small businesses are still struggling.

Belief in a quick rebound, once coronavirus restrictions are lifted, falls sharply in the South