Consumer Sentiment Up Slightly But Remains Near 6-Month Low as Inflation Worries Persist
• Consumer sentiment improved slightly in late November but remains at 6-month low
• Americans more worried about economy, think inflation not yet defeated
• Sentiment index edged up to 61.3 from 60.4 earlier in November
• Index has fallen 4 months straight to lowest level since May
• Americans concerned about financial prospects for economy and buying conditions