Consumer Behavior


Politics Survey

Americans proud and looking to celebrate this July 4th

The July 4th weekend is here, and while Americans have mixed feeling about their country, they will be celebrating, COVID or not.

U.S. consumer confidence returns to pandemic high

Strong growth seen across each sub-index

Americans are conflicted on what LGBTQ+ Pride celebrates

Younger Americans and people in cities feel positive about Pride, a month dedicated to celebrating self-acceptance, history, and the legal struggle LGBTQ+ people face.

U.S. consumer confidence builds on pandemic high

Gains in Current and Investment sub-indices drive this week’s growth

U.S. consumer confidence hits new pandemic record high

Gains in Jobs and Expectations sub-index fuel growth

U.S. consumer confidence holds steady

Jobs sub-index is the only one still below pre-pandemic reading

U.S. consumer confidence wavers

Decline in the Jobs and Expectations sub-indices from last week leads to more muted sentiment overall
Economy Survey

Americans have a sunnier outlook heading into the summer

Some Americans report improving mental health as fears about returning to “normal” pre-COVID life recede. Meanwhile, Americans are feeling more secure about their purchasing power.