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The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index fell by 8% in August 2026, dropping to 51 from 55.2 in July. The decline was most pronounced among Republican respondents, and only 8% of consumers expect their income growth to exceed inflation in the next year.
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The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index fell by 8% in August 2026, dropping to 51 from 55.2 in July. The decline was most pronounced among Republican respondents, and only 8% of consumers expect their income growth to exceed inflation in the next year.
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Consumer Sentiment Index Declines in August 2026