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Economic Pulse: Week of 10/17/25

Consumer Sentiment down 22%.

Consumer confidence is down 22% from last year, and expectations for the economy’s future have dropped 31%. Pocketbook issues like high prices and fewer job opportunities are major concerns, especially for Democrats and Independents.

Click here for the latest Lehigh Valley Economic Review.

Listen to Economic Pulse Fridays at 5:44 PM during All Things Considered; Mondays at 7:30 AM during Morning Edition.

(Original air-date: 10/17/25)

Dr. Kamran Afshar is the host of the weekly WDIY feature Economic Pulse, and he currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Lehigh Valley Community Broadcasters Association as a Vice President.
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