U.S. Consumer Confidence Index Drops to Lowest Level in Five Months in September
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 30 2025
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
Consumer Confidence Decline: The Conference Board reported a significant drop in the U.S. consumer confidence index, falling to 94.2 in September from 97.8 in August, marking the lowest level since April 2025.
Negative Economic Outlook: Consumers expressed a more pessimistic view on current business conditions and job availability, with the present situation index experiencing its largest drop in a year, while inflation concerns remained a dominant topic influencing consumer sentiment.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
