Economic uncertainty can trigger recession — and your spending could hold the key

Economists look for signs that a recession may be approaching by monitoring consumer confidence and business sentiment — two indicators of uncertainty.

Economic uncertainty can trigger recession — and your spending could hold the key
President Trump speaks after signing executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House on March 6, including one to lift 25% tariffs for all goods compliant under USMCA trade agreement.

Economists look for signs that a recession may be approaching by monitoring consumer confidence and business sentiment — two indicators of uncertainty.

(Image credit: Alex Wong)