Even wealthy Americans are struggling economically as gas prices rise and stocks fall | CNN Business

Job seekers attend a job fair held at Amerant Bank Stadium in Sunrise, Florida, on September 25, 2025.

Washington – Americans are growing pessimistic about the U.S. economy as the Iran war continues to shake out, with sentiment falling across all income groups — including the wealthiest. Consumer sentiment fell 6% this month to a final reading of 53.3, the University of Michigan said Friday, down from what was reported earlier this month, … Read more

Even wealthy Americans are struggling economically as gas prices rise and stocks fall | CNN Business

Job seekers attend a job fair held at Amerant Bank Stadium in Sunrise, Florida, on September 25, 2025.

Washington – Americans are growing pessimistic about the U.S. economy as the Iran war continues to shake out, with sentiment falling across all income groups — including the wealthiest. Consumer sentiment fell 6% this month to a final reading of 53.3, the University of Michigan said Friday, down from what was reported earlier this month, … Read more

‘There will be tax reform’ but the treasurer says there is no decision on capital gains

'There will be tax reform' but the treasurer says there is no decision on capital gains

Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers has committed to tax reform in his next budget, but added that no decision has been made on whether capital gains tax will be part of those changes. Speaking to the ABC’s Alan Kohler in the first episode of his That’s Business podcast, Mr Chalmers said of his upcoming May 12 … Read more

Mark Zandi warns that the recession is approaching 50%, and the war with Iran could put us in economic trouble by the middle of the year | Good luck

Mark Zandi warns that the recession is approaching 50%, and the war with Iran could put us in economic trouble by the middle of the year | Good luck

Economists are growing more cautious about the economic situation as the conflict in Iran continues. Moody’s Analytics raised its recession outlook for the next 12 months to 48.6%, in line with Goldman Sachs, which now predicts a 30% risk of recession, and EY-Parthenon, which puts the chances of a recession at 40%. The underlying probability … Read more

I make 6 figures as an electrician. A business like mine may be the last safe haven from AI.

I make 6 figures as an electrician. A business like mine may be the last safe haven from AI.

This featured article is based on a conversation with Carl Murawskia 44-year-old business professional and content creator who lives in Connecticut. Edited for length and clarity. I am a licensed electrician, construction contractor, and YouTuber who teaches my audience why crafts are the future. I have an Associate’s degree in general studies, Connecticut E2 electrician’s … Read more