Consumer Sentiment Continues to Improve in 2026; Expectations for the Year Looking Positive — RISMedia

Consumer sentiment showed minor improvements as the first month of 2026 nears its close, with expectations toward the future looking mostly positive, according to the latest data.

The University of Michigan’s latest Survey of Consumers found that the Index of Consumer Sentiment grew to 56.4 in January, up 3.5 points or 6.6% from December. The index remains…