U.S. consumer confidence rose more than expected in October to the highest in almost 17 years as Americans grew more confident about the economy and job market, according to figures Oct. 31 from the New York-based Conference Board.
October 31, 2017Business, Logistics
Small-Business Optimism Surges in November After US Election
Confidence among U.S. small businesses surged in November by the most since the spring of 2009 as companies grew decidedly upbeat about sales and economic prospects after the presidential election, a report from the National Federation of Independent Business showed Dec. 13.
December 13, 2016Business, Logistics
Optimism Among Companies Eases in Second Half of 2015
Optimism among chief financial officers about the U.S. economy dimmed in the second half of this year, helping explain why companies plan to temper spending on equipment and hold more cash in 2016.
December 9, 2015Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Declines in January
Consumer confidence fell this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Jan. 17.
January 17, 2014Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Falls to 10-Month Low
Consumer confidence fell to a 10-month low this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Oct. 25.
October 25, 2013Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Falls to Nine-Month Low
Consumer confidence fell to a nine-month low this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index.
October 11, 2013Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Declines in September
Consumer confidence declined in September, the New York-based Conference Board said Sept. 24.
September 24, 2013Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Improves in August
Consumer confidence rose in August, the New York-based Conference Board said Tuesday.
August 27, 2013Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Declines in August
Consumer confidence declined this month, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index released Friday.
August 16, 2013Business, Logistics
Consumer Confidence Declines in July
Consumer confidence declined in July, the New York-based Conference Board said Tuesday.
July 30, 2013