Preliminary Consumer Sentiment ticks down to 55 in October as inflation expectations rise - KITCO

Preliminary Consumer Sentiment ticks down to 55 in October as inflation expectations rise – KITCO

October 12, 2025

Preliminary Consumer Sentiment ticks down to 55 in October as inflation expectations rise KITCOAmericans aren’t worried about the government shutdown. But they remain unnerved about the cost of living and weak hiring CNNUS consumer sentiment steady in October, but labor market worries persist ReutersConsumer confidence remains fragile, latest University of Michigan index shows CBS NewsGovernment shutdown hasn’t left consumers glum about the economy – for now, at least The Conversation