U.S. Consumer Confidence Slips Ahead Of Important Economic Indicators03:42
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August 16, 2021

The U.S. economy has hit some road bumps after riding high over the summer. Fewer Americans are eating out at restaurants or buying plane tickets.

Here & Now's Scott Tong talks with NPR's Scott Horsley.

This segment aired on August 16, 2021.

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