Consumer sentiment in the United States deteriorated slightly in January

By: Trademagazin editor Date: 2021. 01. 18. 11:20

Consumer sentiment in the United States deteriorated slightly in January, according to a standard monthly survey by the University of Michigan.

According to preliminary data released on Friday, the value of the consumer sentiment index fell to 79.2 points from 80.7 points in December. Analysts expected a slight decline to 80 points. Among the sub-indices, the indicator of consumer expectations for the next six months decreased from 74.6 points to 73.8 points, and the value of the sub-indicator reflecting the current situation decreased from 90.0 points to 87.7 points. (MTI)