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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Housing market shifts toward buyer-seller balance

The survey revealed an important shift: people aren't just stepping back because of mortgage rates or home prices any longer. They're pausing because of broader economic anxiety and financial pressure.
Real estate
fromWKNO FM
2 weeks ago

The economy is turbulent for influencers, too - here's how you might see it online

"If they're so reliant on fans to buy from them and support them, what happens when that starts to go away?"
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Welcome to the Anxiety Economy, where safety sells and streaming is optional

In moments of elevated economic uncertainty, the premium on security increases: investors seek safe assets, businesses prioritize safe investments, and families double down on peace of mind.
US politics
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

What is vibe-based budgeting? Over half of Gen Z and millennials are doing it

44% of Americans use vibe-based budgeting based on perceived economic conditions.
Remote teams
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

Number of US workers with side hustles reaches all-time high as economic worries rise

Record numbers of full-time workers are engaging in side gigs due to economic anxiety and lack of workplace support.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I visited a retirement home to have a conversation with older Americans about the economy. They were scared.

Our checks get deposited right into a checking account, and every month, I'm very cautious, looking to make sure that they come in.
Retirement
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Great Exhaustion: Financial Anxiety in Uncertain Times

Financial stress is widespread, affecting mental health and workplace productivity.
Chronic stress, often termed The Great Exhaustion, is prevalent due to economic uncertainties.
Recognizing symptoms of financial burnout is essential for personal and professional well-being.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

You Don't Know That!' Scott Jennings Throws Down With CNN Colleagues Over Whether Angry Town Hall Attendees Are Unhinged Boomer' Dems

I guess it depends on what you want your how you want to spend your nights, getting yelled at by unhinged boomer Democrats.
US politics
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

"Bankruptcy Isn't A Moral Failing; It's A Societal One": People Who Lost All Their Money Are Sharing What Happened

Financial struggles do not define personal character and should not be judged as failures.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Fight, flight, or freeze: What kind of recession prepper are you?

We want the economy to keep rolling smoothly in the background while we live our lives. So when we see this great uncertainty, it only adds to the stress that we're already trying to manage.
Mental health
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Surprise, Gen X! History didn't end, your RRSP is tanking and the nihilism isn't fun anymore | CBC News

Generation X reflects on the stark contrast between the hopeful past and the uncertain present under current global leadership.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The 'SNL' Sketch That Tackled Your Food-Price Anxiety

SNL effectively satirized America's economic anxiety through sketches about President Trump's tariffs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The office siren' is over: why gen Z are succumbing to dull workwear

The romanticization of corporate life is fading as economic concerns reshape workplace fashion.
Workers are shifting to conservative clothing styles in response to job market fears.
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

The Risk of Financing Your Errands

The future of oversight for deferred-payment apps remains uncertain as their usage increases among Americans.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump Trade Policies and Federal Cuts Shake Consumer Confidence

Consumer confidence is declining as anxiety rises about jobs and economic conditions under Trump's trade policies.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | Bernie Sanders, A.O.C. and the Surging Politics of Anger

Bernie Sanders' message resonates strongly as many Americans feel financial insecurity and fear due to the political climate under President Trump.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

The weird economy has finally come for travel - just in time to screw up your summer plans

Economic anxiety is leading to slower travel demand among Americans.
Consumers are prioritizing value, impacting pricing strategies for airlines and hotels.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

Thanks To Trump's Tariffs, Grocery Shopping Will Feel Like A Luxury-Here's How People Are Coping

Tariffs and budget cuts are creating financial burdens for Americans, driving increased anxiety about food insecurity and affordability.
US politics
fromFast Company
5 months ago

How 'Trump Take Egg' captured the mood of an inflation-weary nation

The meme "Trump take egg" reflects social media's reaction to rising egg prices and inflation, highlighting economic anxiety.
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