ChainCatcher news, according to Caixin, U.S. consumer confidence fell to a seven-month low in early February, with the preliminary Michigan Consumer Confidence Index dropping 3.3 points to 67.8. This data is below the expectations of all economists surveyed. As U.S. President Donald Trump pushes forward with tariff measures, the inflation outlook faces numerous uncertainties.If all tariffs on major U.S. trading partners take effect and lead to price increases, it could weigh on consumer spending. The survey shows that the shopping sentiment index for big-ticket items fell by 12 percentage points from the previous month.In addition, overall confidence across all political factions has declined. The current conditions index dropped from 74 to a three-month low of 68.7; the expectations index fell to 67.3, the lowest since November 2023. The index reflecting personal financial expectations fell to its lowest point since October 2023 in early February. The index measuring the economic outlook for the next year also decreased.

ChainCatcher news, this month American consumer confidence has changed little, overall, the stability of American consumer confidence this month masks the pattern of division between parties.Similar to the situation in November 2020, this month the expectations index for Republicans soared, while the expectations index for Democrats declined, reflecting the differing views of the two parties on how Trump's policies will affect the economy. In contrast, changes in the current situation among political factions this month are minimal, which aligns with the fact that the election results had almost no immediate impact on the current economic situation.Ultimately, there remains significant uncertainty regarding the future implementation of Trump's economic agenda, and consumers will continue to adjust their views in the coming months. The inflation expectation for the next year has slightly decreased from 2.7% last month to 2.6% this month. The current reading is the lowest since December 2020, falling within the range of 2.3%-3.0% seen in the two years prior to the pandemic. Long-term inflation expectations have risen from 3.0% last month to 3.2% this month.

ChainCatcher news, according to Jinshi reports, buoyed by Americans' optimism about the future economic and financial situation, the U.S. Consumer Confidence Index rose to its highest level in seven months in November. The preliminary Consumer Confidence Index from the University of Michigan for November increased to 73, above the expected 71. The expectations index soared to 78.5, the highest since mid-2021. The optimistic outlook also reflects Americans' expectations for slowing inflation. Consumers expect prices to rise by 2.6% next year, the lowest level since 2020.However, the inflation expectations for the next 5 to 10 years rose to 3.1%. The survey was conducted from October 22 to November 4. Survey director Joanne Hsu said, "Consumers have consistently indicated that the future of the economy depends on who wins the presidential election. Looking ahead, the economic policies of the next administration may become the most concerning issue for consumers regarding inflation and could drive their confidence trajectory in economic performance." The personal financial expectations index rose to its highest level since March, partly due to improvements in personal financial conditions. Confidence in long-term business conditions surged to a nearly four-year high.