Former President Donald Trump has an advantage over Vice President Kamala Harris on several economic issues. New Reuters/Ipsos poll. The poll, conducted in the run-up to the 2024 presidential election, showed Trump leading Harris on issues such as the stock market, job market, cost of living and overall economic management.
Among registered voters, Trump has a 15-point lead on managing the U.S. stock market and a 9-point lead on improving Americans' economic well-being and overseeing the overall U.S. economy. The poll also showed voters favor Trump by 7 points on handling the job market and 6 points on the cost of living, with a majority of respondents saying the issue is a top priority for the next president. I answered that it should.
Economic concerns drive voters' priorities
The poll highlights the economy as a key issue for voters, with 26% of Americans saying the economy, unemployment and jobs are the most pressing issues facing the country. Inflation and rising prices are at the forefront of voters' concerns, with 70% of registered voters saying addressing the cost of living should be the next president's main focus. Other financial issues, such as improving personal finances and dealing with taxes, rank lower on the list, with only 9% saying they prioritize each.
Mr. Trump consistently outperforms Ms. Harris in the eyes of voters on these important economic issues. He maintains a six-point lead in the broad areas of employment and unemployment, and a four-point lead in taxes.
Cost of living becomes the main factor
The study highlights the importance of affordability and inflation, even as other aspects of the economy, such as the job market, remain strong. Despite low unemployment, rising prices are putting pressure on household budgets, pushing concerns about the cost of living to the forefront for voters.
As both candidates prepare for the general election, the poll suggests economic issues, particularly addressing inflation, will be at the center of their votes, with some states that allow early voting already Voting has begun.
