The consumer sentiment index rose a better than expected 3.9 points in November to 71.6 — its highest level since June, as Americans sensed modest improvement in the job market. Its still below historic norms, though, and sust…
The consumer sentiment index rose to its highest level in five months in November, propelled by a slightly better economic outlook. However, despite the gain, sentiment remains at a low level, and not high enough to suggest a s…
September’s consumer sentiment level unexpectedly rose to 68.2 from its preliminary 66.6 reading. However, the entire gain came from more positive responses among households earning under $75,000 — those who wouldn’t be affect…