US Consumer Sentiment Perks up in Early January

U.S. consumer sentiment rises slightly in January: survey

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Consumer Sentiment Index rose to 54 in January 2026, according to a preliminary reading released Friday by the University of Michigan (UM) Surveys of Consumers, up from the final reading of 52.9 in December 2025 but below last January's 71.7.

Consumer Confidence Is Rising, Here’s Why:

PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: The University of Michigan’s preliminary January sentiment index showed a slight improvement, climbing to 54 from 52.9 in December, surpassing expectations of 53.5.WHO WAS INVOLVED: University of Michigan researchers and consumers surveyed on economic conditions and inflation expectations.WHEN & WHERE: The consumer sentiment index was released on January 9, 2026.KEY QUOTE: “Although consumers’ worries about tariffs app…

U.S. consumer sentiment perks up in early January

But inflation, labour market still a concern

US consumer sentiment perks up in early January

UMich Confidence Rebounds In January Off Record Lows As Tariff Fears Abate

ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero

US consumer sentiment rises to four-month high on economy

Price pressures have eased somewhat, though inflation remains above the Fed’s 2% goal