Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index Rises Slightly in October
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What happened
The Conference Board reported that the Consumer Confidence Index rose 7.5 points to 91.7 in October, up from 84.2 in September. This rebound coincided with a decline in retail gasoline prices between September and October. However, the organization noted that consumer confidence remains on a long-term downward trend.
Why it matters
Despite the slight increase, the Conference Board stated that consumers plan less spending on services and durable goods over the next six months. This shift is attributed to persistent inflation and higher price levels eroding consumers’ purchasing power.
Who's involved
- Conference BoardNonprofit organization that published the Consumer Confidence Index
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- FEDSpeculative
The Federal Reserve might use the index update to guide monetary policy decisions regarding inflation and spending.
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The entities involved
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Conference Board
nonprofit organization in Brussels, Belgium
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