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Recession Warning Signs Are Flashing Red As Consumer Confidence Collapses


Published on 2025-03-17 14:21:07 - Forbes
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The article from Forbes, published on March 17, 2025, discusses several warning signs indicating an impending recession in the U.S. economy. It highlights a significant drop in consumer confidence, which has reached its lowest level in years, driven by persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and increasing job insecurity. Key indicators include a sharp decline in retail sales, a contraction in manufacturing activity, and a notable inversion of the yield curve, where short-term interest rates exceed long-term rates, traditionally a reliable predictor of economic downturns. Additionally, the article notes a surge in credit card debt and delinquencies, alongside a slowdown in housing market activity due to higher mortgage rates. These factors collectively suggest that the economy might be heading towards a recession, with businesses and consumers alike bracing for tougher economic conditions.

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