Matt Ott | Industrial Distribution

Ray Ruda fills his van at a gas station, March 25, 2026, Brentwood, Tenn.

Consumer Confidence Inches Up Despite Soaring Gas Prices

But there was increasing pessimism in other measures of the survey.

March 31, 2026

Laptop computers at a retail store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Aug. 7, 2025.

Retail Sales Fall in January as Americans Pull Back on Spending

The figure came in below the forecasts of economists, who were expecting another flat reading.

March 9, 2026

A shopper checks out at a grocery store in Schaumburg, Ill., Feb. 9, 2026.

Consumer Confidence Improves Modestly After Cratering to Open 2026

Short-term income expectations remained well below the marker that can signal a recession ahead.

February 25, 2026

Shoppers at a grocery store in Schaumburg, Ill., Feb. 9, 2026.

U.S. Economic Growth Weaker than Expected in the Fourth Quarter

The nation's gross domestic product increased at a 1.4% annual rate in the quarter.

February 20, 2026

A pedestrian walks past an empty business available for lease, Oct. 12, 2020, Surfside, Fla.

Americans' Confidence in the Economy Falls to Lowest Level Since 2014

It’s the 12th straight month of a reading under 80 — the marker that can signal a recession ahead.

January 27, 2026

Shoppers wait in line to enter Macy's flagship store, Nov. 28, 2025, New York.

Consumer Confidence Slumps to Lowest Level Since April Tariffs

Perceptions of the job market also declined.

December 23, 2025

Roofers work atop a house in Anna, Texas, Dec. 18, 2025.

U.S. Economy Expands at Surprisingly Strong Rate in Third Quarter

The economy saw its most rapid expansion in two years.

December 23, 2025

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Auto Parts Supplier's CEO Resigns Amid Accounting Scandal

Lenders are scrambling for more than $2 billion in missing funds.

October 14, 2025

Shoppers walk by a clothing store, Sept. 25, 2025, Miami Beach, Fla.

Consumer Confidence Declines Again as Americans Fret Over Prices, Job Market

Consumers’ assessments of their current economic situation dipped by 7 points.

October 1, 2025

A 'Now Hiring' sign at a retail store in Schaumburg, Ill., Sept. 18, 2025.

Fewer Americans File for Jobless Benefits Despite Signs of Slowing Labor Market

Though layoffs remain historically low, recent data has raised concerns.

September 25, 2025

Washers and dryers displayed at a retail store in Vernon Hills, Ill., Aug. 7, 2025.

Consumer Confidence Dips; Jobs, Tariffs and High Prices Drive the Most Unease

Anxiety over a weakening job market grew for the eighth straight month.

August 27, 2025

Shoppers pass by televisions on display in a Costco warehouse, Colorado Springs, Colo, Dec. 19, 2024.

Consumer Confidence Rebounds After Five Straight Months of Declines

The index jumped more than 17 points but remained below 80 — which can signal a recession ahead.

May 27, 2025

A hiring sign is displayed at a grocery store in Glenview, Ill., Monday, Nov. 25, 2024.

Weekly Job Numbers Steady as Uncertainty Lingers

Businesses continue to retain employees despite growing economic uncertainty over U.S. trade policy.

May 22, 2025

Shoppers at a Costco warehouse, Sheridan, Colo., Jan. 23, 2025.

Consumer Confidence Continues its Sharp Decline

Americans' view of their financial futures slumped to a 12-year low.

March 26, 2025

A Costco warehouse in Sheridan, Colo., Jan. 23, 2025.

U.S. Consumer Confidence Plummets

The seven-point drop was the biggest month-to-month decline since 2021.

February 25, 2025