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U.S. Economic Confidence Reaches Decade Low Amid Price and Wage Concerns
Americans' confidence in the economy has fallen to its lowest point in over a decade this month. Citizens point to sustained high prices and unchanging wages as factors influencing their negative economic outlook. The ongoing Iran war also contributes to the current sentiment.
09/30/2026 · Demotte edition
Americans' confidence in the economy dropped to its lowest level since 2014 this month. The decrease in sentiment coincided with continued elevated prices for goods and services. Wage stagnation also contributed to the public's perception of the economy.
The ongoing conflict in Iran also factored into the reported economic outlook. Researchers observed this overall decline in economic confidence over the past month.
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