US Consumer Confidence Hits Five-Month Low on Inflation

The University of Michigan's final consumer confidence index fell to 48 in October from 48.1 in September, marking a five-month low. The decline is attributed to persistent inflation pressures, which continue to weigh on household sentiment. This signals potential softening in consumer spending, a key driver of US economic growth.

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