New Delhi, March 16 -- US President Donald Trump's approval rating has reached 47%, equaling his best-ever mark as president, according to the latest NBC News poll. However, a 51% majority still disapproves of his performance.

Voters remain pessimistic about the economy, with just 18% rating it as 'excellent' or 'good', while 43% say it is 'poor'. Trump's handling of the economy receives 44% approval and 54% disapproval. On inflation and the cost of living, 55% disapprove, and only 42% approve of his efforts.

Among independent voters, Trump's approval rating remains low, with 30% approving and 67% disapproving of his performance. A gender divide is also evident: 55% of men approve of Trump, while 58% of women disapprove.

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