Consumers Are Worried About the Economy. What’s Behind the Consumer Sentiment Drop.
Inflation expectations soared in the latest consumer sentiment reading, partly due to worries about potential tariffs.
Consumer sentiment drops to 64.7 in February: UMich
Consumer sentiment fell to 64.7 in February, as reported by the University of Michigan, over 3 points below what economists were expecting and falling 7 points from the previous month. Seana Smith and Madison Mills break down the details of February's final consumer sentiment data.
Consumer Sentiment Plummets To 15-Month Low Amid Tariff, Inflation Worries
Consumer sentiment plummeted to its lowest level since November 2023 this month, according to the final report for the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index.
Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy
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Americans worried tariffs could bring inflation roaring back
Americans have a sinking feeling that inflation will come roaring back, according to the University of Michigan's long-running consumer sentiment index.
Consumer Sentiment Soured at the End of February
Consumers wrapped up February feeling fairly downcast about the economy. The final reading of the University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index for February came in at 64.7, according to data released Friday.
US consumer sentiment plunges on worries over prices from inflation and tariffs
Consumer sentiment plunged more than expected in February while households' inflation expectations amid uncertainty over the impact of President Trump's economic plans.
Consumer sentiment drops as long-run inflation views rise
Inflation expectations surged on concerns that President Donald Trump’s tariffs will translate into higher prices, according to the UM survey.
US: consumer sentiment index plunges amid concerns of tariffs, inflation
The consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 64.7 in February, down from the preliminary reading of 67.8, according to a report released by the University of Michigan on Friday. The figure is significantly down from 71.
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