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NewsFlorida DailyAugust 26, 2026Hillsborough

Rasmussen Reports Economic Index falls to 104.2 in August

The Rasmussen Reports Economic Index declined to 104.2 in August, a decrease of more than two points from the previous month. This drop reflects a decrease in the number of adults providing positive economic ratings and an increase in the number of respondents who anticipate worsening economic conditions.

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The index serves as a measure of public sentiment regarding the national economy, which can influence consumer spending habits and broader economic outlooks.

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organizationRasmussen Reports“The organization that produced the Economic Index and Spending Index reports.”organizationEdmunds“Provided analysis on the disappearance of $20,000 new cars from the market.”organizationPulse Opinion Research“The firm that conducted the survey field work.”