Americans Are Feeling Better About The Economy, But Many Are Still Worried About Finding Jobs.

Source: International Business Times

Job seekers attend a small business summit and job fair hosted by the Chicago Department of Aviation on May 12, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty Images Americans are feeling more optimistic about the economy after three months of declining confidence, but their expectations for finding jobs remain considerably weaker, according to new survey data. The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index rose 7.