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U.S. Investors Want Gov't to Enhance 401(k) Accounts
Most investors want the government to take action to expand the use and flexibility of tax-advantaged accounts, such as 401(k) accounts, according to a recent Wells Fargo/Gallup Investor and Retirement Optimism Index survey.
U.S. Job Creation Steady in December
The Gallup Job Creation Index remained relatively steady in December at +17, similar to the +18 average recorded in November. Nongovernment net hiring has stalled at +20, the lowest monthly average since February.
Parents' Fear for Children's Safety at School Rises Slightly
Parents' concern about their children's safety at school has risen in the wake of the Newtown, Conn., school shooting. However, the 33% who currently fear for their child's safety is lower than after similar tragedies.
NRA Has 54% Favorable Image in U.S.
Fifty-four percent of Americans have a favorable opinion of the National Rifle Association; 38% view it unfavorably. Views of the NRA have fluctuated over time -- from a low of 42% favorable in 1995 to a high of 60% in 2005.
Americans Want Stricter Gun Laws, Still Oppose Bans
Americans' support for strengthening gun sale laws, as well as for passing new gun laws, is up sharply. But views toward banning semi-automatic rifles and handguns are unchanged, with majorities opposed to both proposals.
In U.S., Obesity Rate Stable in 2012
Americans were as likely to be obese in 2012 as they were in 2011. But the 26.2% who were obese in 2012 is slightly higher than the 25.5% recorded in 2008. Blacks, those aged 45 to 64, and low-income Americans remain the most likely to be obese.
U.S. Economic Confidence Steady Amid Fiscal Uncertainty
Americans' economic confidence held steady last week as U.S. lawmakers continued to negotiate how to avoid the "fiscal cliff." Republicans became measurably more positive, while independents became more negative.
U.S. Consumer Spending Holds Steady, Consistent With 2011
Americans' self-reported daily spending averaged $73 in November, essentially on par with September and October. Upper-income Americans, however, spent less this November than in any November dating back to 2008.
Entrepreneurship Comes With Stress, But Also Optimism
Entrepreneurs in the U.S. report more worry and stress on a daily basis than other workers. On the flip side, entrepreneurs are more likely to say they learn and do interesting things every day and are more optimistic about their future.
Depression Increases in Areas Superstorm Sandy Hit Hardest
Americans living in the areas most directly hit by Superstorm Sandy report a marked increase in depression, worry, and anger in the six weeks immediately following the storm, representing hundreds of thousands of affected residents.