Americans say they’re optimistic about the economy. But stores aren’t seeing it in sales numbers, yet. Click the audio player above to hear the full story. 

A resurgence is stocks, healthier home values and a low unemployment rate is boosting consumer optimism, which in turn means even more people are expected to travel this Thanksgiving holiday. Click the audio player above to hear the full story. 

Business leaders have a different image of the economy than consumers.

When it comes to the Fed, your feelings may have less value than you think.

“People expect the economy to improve, and their personal finances to improve."