Confidence Hits Another New Low as Recession's Officially Recognized

Ninety-Three Percent Say the National Economy's in Bad Shape

The index is derived by subtracting the negative response to each index question from the positive response to that question. The three resulting numbers are added and divided by three. The index can range from +100 (everyone positive on all three measures) to -100 (all negative on all three measures). The survey began in December 1985.

Doom and Gloom Return to World Markets

Dow Tumbles on Recession Confirmation

Bernanke: Lower Rates Are 'Feasible'

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