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Survey: Recession odds diminishing for U.S. economy, but watch for a slowdown
The U.S. economy is going to be walking a fine line over the next year.
8 min read Dec 04, 2019 -
Survey: Most Americans plan to steer clear of shopping debt this holiday season
The economy keeps expanding and shoppers plan to buy, but with cash on hand.
5 min read Nov 25, 2019 -
Survey: Holidays bring spending stress for most Americans
Visions of overspending are weighing on the holiday cheer this year, nationwide poll finds.
5 min read Nov 13, 2019 -
Survey: Americans divided on whether to credit Trump with strong economy
A Bankrate survey shows how Americans feel about their finances as they relate to the Trump presidency and the 2020 election.
4 min read Oct 24, 2019 -
Survey: 2 out of 5 Americans aren’t ready for next recession
The solid U.S. economy will not last forever and many Americans are unprepared.
8 min read Oct 16, 2019 -
Survey: Scary percentage of Americans financially unprepared for recession
Survey finds too many of us are not budgeting and struggling to stay afloat.
4 min read Sep 25, 2019 -
How likely is a recession by the 2020 elections? Here’s what top economists say
The major concern about the U.S. economy: How much longer will the expansion last?
5 min read Sep 16, 2019 -
Survey: Expect the Fed to cut rates at least two more times over the next year
The July rate cut is likely just the beginning, Bankrate’s latest economists’ poll finds.
7 min read Sep 04, 2019 -
68% of Americans have skipped recreational activities in the past year because of cost
Bankrate’s poll finds most U.S. adults have skipped out on fun because of the price tag.
4 min read Aug 14, 2019 -
Most important issue for voters in 2020 is the economy, Bankrate survey reveals
Americans favor Biden over President Trump on key issues.
5 min read Jul 30, 2019