Preliminary Consumer Sentiment ticks down to 55 in October as inflation expectations rise KITCOGovernment shutdown hasn’t left consumers glum about the economy – for now, at least The ConversationConsumer outlook for household finances falls to lowest in over a decade NBC NewsHigh inflation and lack of jobs leave Americans frustrated with the economy MarketWatchConsumer sentiment sours as government shutdown threatens economic damage ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos