US consumer sentiment plummets to second-lowest level on records going back to 1952: University of Michigan survey

In the US, consumer sentiment has deteriorated in the face of rising inflation concerns. The background is primarily the US government's customs policy.

The Trump administration indicates that it has established new trade agreements with more than 75 nations within 90 days.

Michigan consumer sentiment index shows how much Americans' confidence is shattered

Economists predict a spending pullback by U.S. consumers because their sentiment fell for a fourth consecutive month, plunging to its second-lowest level in more than 70 years, as back-and-forth, on-again, off-again tariffs whipsaw Americans. The 11% decrease from March in…

US consumer sentiment plunges amid trade war and inflation fears

Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war has fueled worries about the health of the job market and inflation.

UM's consumer sentiment index shows how much Americans' confidence is shattered

Facing difficulty with financial planning, consumers are feeling less confident about the future, which could imperil economic growth.

US consumer sentiment tumbles as trade war fears grow

Expectations of rising unemployment hit the highest level since 2009.