Grumpy, grouchy and cranky

Published: Jan. 8, 2024, 3:32 p.m.

No, we’re not talking about three of Snow White’s seven dwarfs \u2014 we’re talking about the mood of the American consumer. Despite low levels of unemployment, solid GDP growth and cooling inflation, Americans remain pretty darn sour on the economy. What gives? Plus, China is sanctioning five American defense contractors, and a massive new train line in Mexico is stirring controversy among environmentalists.