Consumer confidence is lower than expected as Wall Street braces for shutdown data blackout

Consumer confidence edged lower in September ahead of an expected data blackout caused by the looming government shutdown, the Conference Board reported.

Yet another recession indicator is flashing as consumer confidence declines sharply in September

Consumer confidence has dropped below key thresholds, challenging Fed policymakers and Wall Street’s bullish market view.
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Consumer confidence falls to lowest level since April

The Consumer Confidence Index dropped 3.6 points in September, falling to 94.2. The Present Situation Index tumbled 7.0 ...

A major jobs report, key consumer data, and Fed commentary: Here's everything on tap for markets this week

The highlight for markets this week is the September jobs report, which could reset investors' expectations for Fed rate cuts ...

Consumer Confidence Dips Below Forecast, Reflecting Economic Caution

The Conference Board (CB) released its Consumer Confidence data, underscoring a slight dip in consumer optimism. The CB Consumer Confidence index recorded a 94.2 level, falling short of the ...

US economy is already on the edge – a prolonged government shutdown could send it tumbling over

(THE CONVERSATION) The economic consequences of the current federal government shutdown hinge critically on how long it lasts. If it is resolved quickly, the costs will be small, but if it drags on, ...

Consumer confidence rebounds in September but GDP data weighs on outlook

Consumer confidence has lifted in September, reversing last month’s result. However, the latest figures on gross domestic ...