Consumer sentiment is hurting, but economy hasn’t faltered

The University of Michigan Index of Consumer Sentiment slipped to 50.8 in May, its second lowest reading ever, as Americans fretted about tariffs, inflation and the job market.

May 16, 2025 - 22:02
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Consumer sentiment is hurting, but economy hasn’t faltered
The University of Michigan Index of Consumer Sentiment slipped to 50.8 in May, its second lowest reading ever, as Americans fretted about tariffs, inflation and the job market.