Poll: Americans' Economic Gloom Stretches into 2025, Threatens 2026
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A new CBS News poll reveals a persistent trend: as 2025 ends, most Americans again report a negative view of the national economy.
This continues a pattern seen every year since the 2020 pandemic. High costs for everyday items remain the central public concern.
The findings suggest economic discontent will be a major issue dominating the national conversation in 2026.