Consumer confidence weakens amid mixed economic signals

Consumer confidence in the U.S. slipped in September 2025, a notable trend given households’ importance to economic momentum. 

More detail:

The The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index dropped from 97.8 (August) to 94.2 in September. 

The “Present Situation” sub-index fell further, signalling more concern about current labour/business conditions.

When households become cautious — spending less, saving more — the economy may slow, even if other sectors appear resilient.

Combined with the debt surge, shutdown disruptions and housing stress, consumer behaviour may remain a wild card.