#USConsumerConfidence The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) is a key economic indicator that measures the degree of optimism consumers have about the country's economy.

The CCI, collected monthly by The Conference Board since 1967, is based on a survey of 5,000 American households. It assesses their perceptions of current business and employment conditions, as well as their expectations for the next six months. The index is benchmarked to the year 1985, set at 100, where higher values indicate greater confidence and lower values indicate less confidence.

In January 2025, consumer confidence in the U.S. experienced an unexpected decline. This decrease was attributed to renewed concerns about inflation and increasing worries about rising interest rates. A drop in confidence suggests that consumers may be more cautious in their spending, which could potentially affect economic growth.

Monitoring the CCI is crucial for policymakers, businesses, and investors, as it provides insights into consumer sentiment and potential future spending behaviors. A declining CCI may indicate the need for economic interventions to strengthen consumer confidence and spending.