Consumer Confidence Trends

This living topic explores the fluctuations in consumer confidence, highlighting key factors that influence public sentiment about the economy. Articles discuss recent trends in consumer confidence indices from sources like The Conference Board and the University of Michigan, the impact of job market strength, inflation, and financial literacy on consumer outlook, and the implications of policy decisions and economic events on public optimism or pessimism. The content aims to provide insights into how consumers' perceptions of their financial situations and future prospects shape broader economic trends.

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What unexpected expense keeps you up at night?

A survey shows that medical bills are feared the most

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55% of Americans fear unexpected medical bills the most, followed by 53% who worry about job loss.

Nearly 1 in 2 Americans have delayed major life milestones due to financial struggles.

The average American has $9,899 in emergency savings, but 1 in 16 has less than $500 saved.

Surveys have shown that more than 50% of Americans essentially live paycheck to paycheck, meaning an unexpected expense is a big problem. A new survey by Western & Southern shows just how fragile many...

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