A recent poll in The Wall Street Journal found that 56% of respondents think the economy got worse over the last two years—with only 25% saying it got better.

In reality, the U.S. economy has grown steadily and sturdily over that time frame, with more than a million new jobs created and inflation locked in a downtrend. Stocks have also rallied strongly.

Why is there such a strong misperception? In this month’s Market Strategy report, we'll look at some reasons—and why the negative feeling could benefit investors, as stocks tend to climb ‘walls of worry.’ Learn more in this free report—and get more insights on the economy, markets, and more including:

  • Americans Think the Economy is Lousy. Is It?
  • Making the Most of Today’s Market
  • Bottom Line for Investors
  • ...and much more!

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