Data now shows that comfortable amenities like gym memberships and rooftop solar panels are no longer as commonplace in the ...

For decades, the middle class was a symbol of stability, steady paychecks, a home with a backyard, and hope for a brighter future. But today, that foundation is cracking. You can make what used to be ...

Moving up the financial ladder doesn’t always look the way people expect. According to a 2024 Gallup Poll, 54% of Americans self-identify as middle class. Going from middle class to upper middle class ...

Corrections & Clarifications: An earlier version of this story misspelled Jeremy Horpedahl's name. America’s middle class is spooked about the economy. Consumer confidence has been falling for most of ...