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Gallup/Jeffrey M. Jones
“Americans’ evaluations of the economy have abruptly turned negative amid the coronavirus pandemic. Gallup’s Economic Confidence Index is now -32, down from +22 in March. The 54-point drop is the largest one-month change in Gallup’s trend dating back to 1992 …”
USAGOLD note: The fact that Americans are suddenly discouraged about the economy isn’t particularly newsworthy under current circumstances, but the size of the drop over the course of a single month is worth noting. If you think the situation ominous apparently you are not alone.
Repost from 4-19-2020