Despite a recent drop in the unemployment rate, public search interest in unemployment-related terms has plummeted, suggesting a growing skepticism toward government economic data. This disconnect raises questions about the validity of economic indicators and whether the recession threat is as imminent as some believe.
With the US Presidential Election approaching, Google Trends reveals the top issues on Americans’ minds. Social Security, crime, unemployment, and healthcare are dominating searches, highlighting key concerns that will likely impact voters’ decisions.
Google Trends and The Associated Press have unveiled the most popular election-related searches in six key swing states, offering insights into voters’ top concerns ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
FinanceBuzz delved into Google Trends data and location counts to determine each state’s preferred fast food chain. Surprisingly, McDonald’s did not claim the top spot in any state. Wendy’s and Sonic reigned supreme in five states each, while Subway and Jimmy John’s were popular favorites in multiple states. Interestingly, 17 different restaurants emerged as favorites in the states where they were founded. New Jersey’s culinary pride, Jersey Mike’s, emerged as the beloved choice in its home state.
