Current Economic Conditions in the United States

This chapter discusses the current economic conditions in the United States, including the belief of a majority of Americans that the country is in a recession or heading towards one. It highlights statistics on economic confidence, unemployment rate, rising inflation, and the impact on wages and the cost of living. The chapter also explores the unpredictability of the current economic situation due to various factors and concerns about the energy and labor movement, as well as supply chain issues faced by retailers.