#USConsumerConfidence The Consumer Sentiment Index focuses on three areas: how consumers view the outlook for their own financial situation, how they view the outlook for the overall economy in the short term, and their view of the outlook for the economy in the long term. Each monthly survey contains approximately 50 key questions, each tracking a different aspect of consumer attitudes and expectations. Samples for the Consumer Sentiment Surveys are statistically designed to be representative of all U.S. households, excluding those in Alaska and Hawaii. At least 500 telephone interviews are conducted each month. Current values, historical data, forecasts, statistics, charts and economic calendar - United States - Consumer Confidence.