Consumer confidence plunged in February amid rising economic concerns
Sharp drop in closely watched consumer sentiment gauge marks the biggest monthly decline in confidence in more than four years.
Consumer confidence is down. What does that mean for the economy?
Inflation slowed down slightly in January compared to December of 2024. But overall, Americans aren’t feeling so hot about the economy.
Consumer confidence drops sharply, could point to possible recession
The perceived likelihood of a U.S. recession in the next 12 months also increased, according to the Consumer Confidence Survey.
US Consumer Confidence Fell Sharply in February
The Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index fell to 98.3 in February, down from 105.3 in January, marking a seven-point decline—the largest since August 2021. The figure came in well below economists' expectations of 103, as surveyed by FactSet.
Consumer confidence drops amid inflation expectations
Inflation expectations vary by political affiliation, surveys show, but fears of inflation can be self-fulfilling.
Consumer confidence falters, signaling worry about economy under Trump
Consumer confidence plummeted in February, indicating worry about the direction of the U.S. economy under President Donald Trump. A gauge of consumer confidence registered its largest monthly drop since August 2021, the nonpartisan Conference Board said on Tuesday.
Consumer confidence has biggest drop since 2021
U.S. consumer confidence plummeted in February, the biggest monthly decline in more than four years. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Consumer confidence slumps in February with biggest monthly drop in nearly 4 years
The Conference Board's consumer confidence report found that confidence slumped in February with the biggest monthly drop in nearly four years amid inflation and tariff concerns.
New Zealand consumer confidence steady in February, survey shows
Consumer confidence in New Zealand slightly rose in February though the indice that tracks consumers' plans on buying a major household item remained relatively subdued, ANZ-Roy Morgan data showed on Friday.
Consumer confidence falls 7 points in February, largest drop since 2021
The seven-point drop marks the largest decline since August 2021, indicating consumers are concerned about more inflation to come and a cooling economy.
US Consumer Confidence Plummets In February
In February, consumer confidence in economic wellbeing plummeted and was the largest decrease in confidence since August 2021. Many are not happy with the lack of lowering inflation by President Donald Trump Consumer Confidence Plummets The consumer confidence index,
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