Halfway through the first year of President Trump’s second term in office, most Americans are pessimistic about where things are heading. According to a new survey , only 31% feel better off financially than they did at the start of the year, and just 38% think the U.S. economy is moving in the right direction.
Clever Offers surveyed 1,000 Americans on June 25, 2025, asking their opinions on a range of economic, political, and social topics. After six months of general uncertainty marred by sweeping changes in economic and social policy, government spending, and more, it’s clear that consumers are feeling the pinch.
“Medical supplies have increased by 18%, monthly rent has increased by $400, and insurance premiums have increased by $1,200 per year,” said Dr. Eleonora Fedonenko, Medical