Consumer Sentiment Weakest Since Aug. 2009

Consumer sentiment unexpectedly worsened in early September to its weakest level in more than a year, as distress over jobs and finances intensified among upper-income families. Consumer Confidence Index - United States - Home - Consumer Information - Advocacy and Protection

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