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Consumer Sentiment Rises Amid Improving Economic Outlook

12/20/2025

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In December 2025, consumer sentiment rose as lower-income consumers' views improved.
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers reported the sentiment index rose by 1.9 points to 52.9.
Durable goods buying conditions declined for the fifth month.
Inflation expectations fell to 4.2%, the lowest since February.
Total retail sales increased by 4% year over year, even as current economic conditions remained at a record-low of 50.2.

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Story summary

In December 2025, consumer sentiment rose as lower-income consumers' views improved.
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers reported the sentiment index rose by 1.9 points to 52.9.
Durable goods buying conditions declined for the fifth month.
Inflation expectations fell to 4.2%, the lowest since February.
Total retail sales increased by 4% year over year, even as current economic conditions remained at a record-low of 50.2.