The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index, a leading national poll on consumer confidence, rose 6.4% in August. Its reading of 46.8 increased from 44.0 last month. The index remained in negative territory, however, for the fifth consecutive month. For the IBD/TIPP indexes, a reading below 50.0 indicates pessimism. The IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism Index has established a strong track record of foreshadowing the confidence indicators issued later each month by the University of Michigan and The Conference Board. IBD/TIPP surveyed 1,212 adults, including 1,160 registered voters, from July 25 to July 28. Due to COVID-19, the ... (full story)