Us consumer confidence index historical data download
The index aids in measuring consumer sentiments in personal finances, business conditions, among other topics. Historically, the index displays pessimism in consumers' confidence during recessionary periods, and increased consumer confidence in expansionary periods. US Index of Consumer Sentiment is at a current level of 95.90, a decrease of 5 The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index ® improved slightly in February, following an increase in January. The Index now stands at 130.7 (1985=100), up from 130.4 in January. The Present Situation Index – based on consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions – decreased from 173.9 to 165.1. Conference Board (CB) Consumer Confidence measures the level of consumer confidence in economic activity. It is a leading indicator as it can predict consumer spending, which plays a major role in