how do you see the economy, that was the question! Originally Posted by Fast GunnA slow, slow recovery in all sectors, particularly with housing and the decline of US manufacturing jobs, but probably not a double-dip recession. Inflation ramping up within 12 months. Higher interest rates. Devaluation of the US dollar. Increased pressure on the federal budget due to higher borrowing costs.
Nina, I wish everyone on the board had your PMA. Originally Posted by Fast Gunn
Positive mental attitude.Only 25% see the economy improving?
Why are there so many negative people out there?
Is it just easier to become negative than to try and be positive in spite of the struggles of life?
. . . Anyway, I did not like the outcome of the election.
You've got to be kidding me!Originally Posted by Fast Gunn
I demand a recount!
Why are there so many negative people out there?Negative? No, most of them are just being realistic.
Is it just easier to become negative than to try and be positive in spite of the struggles of life? Originally Posted by Fast Gunn
. . . Anyway, I did not like the outcome of the election.So, the result of your own poll was not what you wanted so now you are invalidating it?
Only 25% see the economy improving?
You've got to be kidding me!
I demand a recount!
Originally Posted by Fast Gunn
Hmmmm. . .wouldn't it be nice if a poll result was all it took to improve this economy? Originally Posted by ANONONEWell, yes it would, but a poll like that does measure this nebulous quality called "consumer confidence" in the economy.
Never heard of the "self fulfilling prophecy" economic theory until now.
Well, yes it would, but a poll like that does measure this nebulous quality called "consumer confidence" in the economy.
We all together determine the direction of the economy.
If we all think it's all going to collapse, then we sell everything and hunker down.
If we think prices are going to start rising again and we have the cash, then we might invest.
The biggest of those two groups will then swing the balance and indicate how the economy will go.
I'm am expecting it to swing in the right direction.
Let's all hope that I am right!
Originally Posted by Fast Gunn