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As US voters cast their ballots in the midterm elections, the economy remained their top concern. Despite robust headline macroeconomic data, middle-class Americans are growing increasingly frustrated with the rising cost of living. Meanwhile, Donald Trump's tariffs have hit small businesses hard, leading to a significant rise in bankruptcies. Our correspondents met with some business owners.

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