US Economy at Center of Midterms Concerns

US elections are approaching, and the economy has become the top battleground for candidates. Two years after promises of reindustrialization, Tunisians closely follow tensions across the Atlantic. Donald Trump, at the start of his second term, had promised a return to America's golden age, but the record remains disappointing. Fuel prices, inflated by the war in Iran and the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, have spiked, pushing inflation to 3.6% in September. Wages have only risen by 3%, creating a gap that affects households and businesses. Growth, at 3.4%, has attracted attention, but public debt, which exceeds $40 trillion, has raised concerns. This imbalance between growth and debt threatens economic stability. Tunisians, though distant, are closely following these dynamics, as resource management and supply security remain major issues for the region. Candidates are aligning on these themes, seeking to capitalize on the expectations of a population seeking prosperity. The Midterms are thus becoming a test for economic policies. The question is whether promises of growth and reindustrialization can be fulfilled despite geopolitical challenges and budgetary constraints. For Tunisians, this election reminds them that the global economy, even from a distance, directly influences their country's prospects. Financial stability and crisis management remain essential topics for Tunisia's future.