US Consumer Confidence
United States Consumer Sentiment
Page URL: /indicators/macroeconomics/consumer-sentiment/us-consumer-confidence/
Last updated: 2026-04-06
Table ID: macro_economics/consumer/us_consumer_confidence
Source: FRED / University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers UMCSENT transformed by subtracting 1995-2019 average for comparability.
Source description: Monthly consumer confidence indicator (balance) based on FRED UMCSENT.
Trend summary: The United States Consumer Sentiment has experienced notable fluctuations since January 2018, peaking at 12.8 in March 2018 and reaching a trough of -38.6 in June 2022. As of February 2026, the sentiment level stands at -32.0, which is within the lower range observed historically. Recent momentum indicates a decline of 14.8 pp over the past three months, 16.2 pp over six months, and 15.3 pp year-over-year, with a year-to-date decrease of 11.7 pp.
Latest observation: 2026-02-01 — -32.0
| date | value | is_preliminary |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-01 | -31.6 | False |
| 2025-04-01 | -36.4 | False |
| 2025-05-01 | -36.4 | False |
| 2025-06-01 | -27.9 | False |
| 2025-07-01 | -26.9 | False |
| 2025-08-01 | -30.4 | False |
| 2025-09-01 | -33.5 | False |
| 2025-10-01 | -35.0 | False |
| 2025-11-01 | -37.6 | False |
| 2025-12-01 | -35.7 | False |
| 2026-01-01 | -32.2 | False |
| 2026-02-01 | -32.0 | False |
Generated from: https://data.furnilytics.com/consumer_confidence_us.json
This indicator presents the monthly consumer sentiment index for the United States. The series captures households’ views on their current financial situation, expectations for the broader economy, and intentions regarding major purchases.
Market Context
Consumer sentiment is widely used as a leading signal of household spending behaviour. When confidence strengthens, consumers are generally more willing to make larger purchases, while weaker sentiment can indicate a more cautious spending environment. Because furniture purchases are often discretionary and linked to household confidence, movements in this indicator can provide early signals about demand conditions in furniture and home-related markets. Related indicators include the US Housing Market Activity, which reflects developments in the US housing market.
Trend Overview
US Consumer Confidence
United States Consumer Sentiment
Page URL: /indicators/macroeconomics/consumer-sentiment/us-consumer-confidence/
Last updated: 2026-04-06
Table ID: macro_economics/consumer/us_consumer_confidence
Source: FRED / University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers UMCSENT transformed by subtracting 1995-2019 average for comparability.
Source description: Monthly consumer confidence indicator (balance) based on FRED UMCSENT.
Trend summary: The United States Consumer Sentiment has experienced notable fluctuations since January 2018, peaking at 12.8 in March 2018 and reaching a trough of -38.6 in June 2022. As of February 2026, the sentiment level stands at -32.0, which is within the lower range observed historically. Recent momentum indicates a decline of 14.8 pp over the past three months, 16.2 pp over six months, and 15.3 pp year-over-year, with a year-to-date decrease of 11.7 pp.
Latest observation: 2026-02-01 — -32.0
| date | value | is_preliminary |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-01 | -31.6 | False |
| 2025-04-01 | -36.4 | False |
| 2025-05-01 | -36.4 | False |
| 2025-06-01 | -27.9 | False |
| 2025-07-01 | -26.9 | False |
| 2025-08-01 | -30.4 | False |
| 2025-09-01 | -33.5 | False |
| 2025-10-01 | -35.0 | False |
| 2025-11-01 | -37.6 | False |
| 2025-12-01 | -35.7 | False |
| 2026-01-01 | -32.2 | False |
| 2026-02-01 | -32.0 | False |
Generated from: https://data.furnilytics.com/consumer_confidence_us.json
This indicator presents the monthly consumer sentiment index for the United States. The series captures households’ views on their current financial situation, expectations for the broader economy, and intentions regarding major purchases.
Market Context
Consumer sentiment is widely used as a leading signal of household spending behaviour. When confidence strengthens, consumers are generally more willing to make larger purchases, while weaker sentiment can indicate a more cautious spending environment. Because furniture purchases are often discretionary and linked to household confidence, movements in this indicator can provide early signals about demand conditions in furniture and home-related markets. Related indicators include the US Housing Market Activity, which reflects developments in the US housing market.