Posted 4/12/2024, 3:01:00 PM
American Views on Economy Steady Despite Rising Prices
- Americans' attitudes toward the economy have held steady despite disappointing inflation reports that have negatively impacted Wall Street
- Consumer sentiment edged lower in April but remains well above 2022 summer lows when inflation peaked
- Consumers are reserving judgment about the economy due to upcoming elections that could impact trajectory
- Inflation expectations ticked up slightly in April but remain mostly in check
- Everyday Americans not fretting about potential stalling of inflation progress but not feeling peppier either