Inflation Rate (CPI) vs Consumer Confidence

Inflation Rate (CPI)

Consumer Price Index YoY change

4.0%
+1.77%
High Inflation
336 331 327 Feb'26 Mar'26 Apr'26 May'26 Jun'26 Jul'26 Aug'26

Consumer Confidence

University of Michigan consumer sentiment

48.1
-9.76%
Very Pessimistic
56.6 50.7 44.8 Feb'26 Mar'26 Apr'26 May'26 Jun'26 Jul'26 Aug'26

Indicator Comparison

Inflation Rate (CPI) Consumer Confidence
Current 4.0% 48.1
Change +1.77% -9.76%
Status High Inflation Very Pessimistic
Data Source FRED CPIAUCSL FRED UMCSENT
Update Frequency Monthly Monthly
Last Updated September 1, 2026 September 1, 2026