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President Donald Trump's job approval rating has fallen to 37%, the lowest of his second term as a result of a decrease among independents.

While almost all Americans have heard of cryptocurrency, just 14% report owning it, although the rate is much higher among certain subgroups.

Most U.S. investors expect market volatility to persist this year, but they remain confident in stocks as a tool for building retirement wealth.

Americans' confidence in the U.S. economy is slightly more positive this month.

A new study finds that low-quality work schedules are widespread across the U.S., undermining employee wellbeing and creating challenges for employers.

ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ's monthly measure of U.S. attitudes about the country and its leaders showed no change in May as a mix of political and economic events cycled through the news.

Friends and family, as well as financial advisers, are the sources of financial information Americans turn to most, with financial websites a close third.

Just 26% of Americans think it is a good time to buy a house, and a new low of 30% of non-homeowners think they will buy a home in the next five years.

Since 2023, an average of 62% of Americans report owning stock, a rebound after more than a decade of lower readings.

Real estate remains Americans' top choice for the best long-term investment, as confidence in stocks dips and faith in gold rises.

Nearly half of Americans in April believe that Donald Trump is more responsible for the current economy, while one-quarter say Joe Biden is. Another 21% think the two are equally responsible.

Fewer Americans than in 2023 and 2024 name inflation as the most important financial problem facing their family, but it still ranks at the top of the list.

ͯÑÕÊÓÆµ data reveal a growing housing affordability crisis in wealthy countries that affects not just economies and politics, but also people's wellbeing.

Most Americans expect their country's new tariffs to result in higher prices in the U.S. and to cost more than they raise, with about half believing that job gains will result.

Americans are pessimistic about economic growth and the stock market, with a majority now expecting their personal finances to worsen.

Donald Trump averaged 45% approval in the first quarter of his second term, with 44% of Americans confident in his management of the economy.

The 46% of U.S. adults who say their income taxes are fair essentially matches the record-low 45% from 1999.

Majorities of Americans are highly concerned about financial issues, including the economy, healthcare costs, inflation and the federal budget deficit.

Men, conservatives and people of color are more approving of Trump in his second term, but approval has declined among liberals and older Americans.

Most employer-business owners who are nearing retirement plan to sell or transfer their company, contrasting with nonemployers.