01.14.26 Travel Buyer Beware / Clarkonomics: The 2026 Growth Recession

Today Clark shares an important warning about booking travel - info that could save you from becoming stranded or banned from a major airline. Also - Taking into account our current K-shaped economy, a softening job market, and inflation projections, Clark explains the potential for a “growth recession”, and gives you the classic playbook for an uncertain economy.   Travel Booking Alert: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Survive The Growth Recession: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Warning: The Hidden Danger of Cheap Flights How To Plan a Trip: Clark's Best Travel Tips To Save Money Travel Archives - Clark Howard   /   Today's Top Travel Deals Will TSA PreCheck® Still Be Worth It After New Rule Change? Clark Howard’s Economy Predictions in 2026⁠⁠ Emergency Fund: Everything You Need to Know How To Save Money: Spend Less & Build Your Savings 17 Extreme Money-Saving Tips How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have? - Clark Howard Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices