U.S. Consumer Confidence Index Surpasses Six-Month High in Feb (Jan 31, 2026)

The University of Michigan’s University of Michigan University of Michigan Survey of Consumer Sentiment released Feb 7, 2026, showed the index rising to 60.8 in February, its highest level in six months, up from 58.2 in January. The reading, revised from 60.3, reflects continued resilience in consumer spending amid stable employment and mixed inflation data. The index measures current conditions and expectations for the next 12 months. Key components showed gains in present economic conditions and consumer expectations, while spending plans remained mixed.