Event Brief
Americans still feel bad about the economy
Filed: May 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET
Summary: Economists say U.S. consumer sentiment has fallen since Covid-19 due to inflation, wars and Trump’s tariffs.
WHO: Economists
WHAT: Explanation of why U.S. consumer sentiment remains low
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: United States
WHY: Consumer sentiment has been on a downward trend since Covid-19, driven by inflation, wars and President Trump’s tariffs.
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