ToplineAmericans’ views on the U.S. economy deteriorated to their lowest level in months, as rising prices and inflation stuck to the “forefront” of consumers’ concerns, according to a widely tracked survey released Friday from the University of Michigan. Earlier federal data indicated inflation continued to rise last month, as surveyors said rising prices remain at the “forefront” of consumers’ minds.Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reservedKey FactsConsumer sentiment—a monthly reading on Am ...

The economy is roaring, incomes are rising, and small business confidence is at the highest level in over a decade. So the confidence levels which they do, which mean something they think over the last ten years, I don't think they go beyond that. We have the highest level of confidence in our economy.Gasoline prices are way down. Grocery prices are way down. Energy prices are way down. Mortgage rates are down.We have a real stiff at the Federal Reserve. I can't help them. But he's going to be leaving soon. ...