US consumer confidence declines in May 2025 amid inflation and gas price concerns
The Conference Board's consumer confidence index fell 0.7 points to 93.1 in May, the first decline after three months of gains. Gas prices averaged $4.49 per gallon, up from $2.98 before the war began in late February, and inflation reached 3.8% in April. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index also fell to a record low this month.
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Coverage splits between stock market gains and consumer confidence erosion: Republicans highlight record highs while analysts warn that inflation and geopolitical pressures are undermining household sentiment despite equity strength.
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“Consumer confidence dented with gas prices around $4.50 and inflation still elevated”WT Washington Times RIGHT
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“Even as stock market hits highs, most Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows” · Reuters, PBS NewsHour, The Hill
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