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Markets in a Minute: Two Consumers, One Economy

Markets in a Minute: Two Consumers, One Economy

October 20, 2026

Consumer sentiment remains near recessionary levels, yet spending continues to hold up surprisingly well. In this week’s Market in a Minute, Kara explores why consumers say they’re worried while continuing to spend, and how a growing divide between wealth-driven and wage-driven households is reshaping the economy. She also discusses why labor markets and credit trends may matter more than sentiment surveys when evaluating the outlook for consumer spending.

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