Did Trump Really Make Things Cheaper? His Davos Claims Vs. Reality

America’s economy has never been stronger.
At least that’s what President Donald Trump told the Davos audience on Wednesday. From gasoline and housing, to healthcare and credit cards, Trump framed his economic agenda as one centered on affordability.
Trump repeatedly credited his policies for lowering everyday costs, and promised more savings in the future. But the reality is slightly different.
As Americans navigate a brutal job market and climbing cost of living, Business Insider dove into the data behind the president’s Davos speech.
Energy
What Trump said: