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2h agoUS consumer sentiment hits 3½‑year low as government shutdown clouds outlook
The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index dropped to 50.3 in early November 2025, the weakest reading since June 2022, amid the protracted U.S. government shutdown and worries about jobs and benefits.
Households across income levels expressed concern over unemployment risk (62% expect higher jobless rates), while consumers with large stock holdings remained relatively upbeat.
The reading underscores how macro‑political disruptions are translating into consumer caution, even as parts of the economy remain resilient.
Reuters• By Sneha Pathak
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2h agoUS consumer sentiment hits 3½‑year low as government shutdown clouds outlook
The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index dropped to 50.3 in early November 2025, the weakest reading since June 2022, amid the protracted U.S. government shutdown and worries about jobs and benefits.
Households across income levels expressed concern over unemployment risk (62% expect higher jobless rates), while consumers with large stock holdings remained relatively upbeat.
The reading underscores how macro‑political disruptions are translating into consumer caution, even as parts of the economy remain resilient.
Reuters• By Sneha Pathak
Explore:High Return Equity Mutual Fund
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US consumer outlook sours as shutdown drags on, pushing sentiment to a 3½‑year low.
The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index dropped to 50.3 in early November 2025, the weakest reading since June 2022, amid the protracted U.S. government shutdown and worries about jobs and benefits.
Households across income levels expressed concern over unemployment risk (62% expect higher jobless rates), while consumers with large stock holdings remained relatively upbeat.
The reading underscores how macro‑political disruptions are translating into consumer caution, even as parts of the economy remain resilient.
The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index dropped to 50.3 in early November 2025, the weakest reading since June 2022, amid the protracted U.S. government shutdown and worries about jobs and benefits.
Households across income levels expressed concern over unemployment risk (62% expect higher jobless rates), while consumers with large stock holdings remained relatively upbeat.
The reading underscores how macro‑political disruptions are translating into consumer caution, even as parts of the economy remain resilient.
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Nov 9, 2025 • 13:52 IST