The consumer confidence index from The Conference Board fell slightly in October, showing that consumers are still anxious about the economy and the job market.
Survey data from The Conference Board shows Americans are feeling better about the economy than they were earlier in the year, but concerns about the job market linger.
The Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index turned positive in February for the first time since February 2022. That’s a sign that the economy will avoid a recession this year, even if it slows down.