US Consumer Sentiment Drops as Long-Run Inflation Views Rise

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Consumer confidence dips in Trump's first month as tariff threats drive inflation fears

Consumers’ attitude toward the economy dipped during President Trump’s first month in office, according to the University of Michigan’s monthly consumer survey, released Friday.  Consumer sentiment fell nearly 10 percent, dropping from 71.7 in January to 64.7 in February. The dip appears to be largely driven by consumer concerns that tariff hikes could spur inflation, according to Joanne Hsu, director of the monthly survey.  Expectations for inf…

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Guest Column: Tariffs will hurt American consumers

A fresh trade war is deeply troubling because this can harm both American businesses and consumers while damaging the economies and livelihoods around the globe.

Australian Financial Review

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S&P 500 drops as Trump 2.0 hits business, consumer optimism

US equities fell sharply, as did bond yields, as investors repositioned for slower growth. Report of a new health threat from China also hit sentiment.

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US consumer sentiment dropped in February

US consumer sentiment dropped more than expected in February to a 15-month low and inflation expectations rocketed as households worried that President Donald Trump's plans for steep and broad-based tariffs would eat into their purchasing power.

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U.S. Consumer Confidence Falls Back on Fears of Tariff-Induced Price Increases

Inflation expectations jumped to 4.3% this month from 3.3% in January, the highest reading since 2023

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Consumer sentiment sours further in late February