Americans Feel Worse Than Their Wallets Look

Americans are wealthier than ever on paper, but consumer frustration, high prices, and constant online negativity are still shaping how people feel about the economy.Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss why economic sentiment remains so weak despite rising wealth, why phones and social media may be making Americans feel worse, and how populist policies like price controls, rent control, and tariffs could create more problems than they solve. They also break down why wage gains for lower-income workers are an encouraging sign, what early retirement can really cost when health insurance and missed savings years are included, why Tesla’s volatility is not new, and how JetBlue’s bond troubles reflect pressure across the airline industry.