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Consumer Confidence Hits an All-Time Low: What UMich’s 47.6 Reading Means for Capital Markets

September 12, 2026April 15, 2026 by Bruno M.

The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index plunged to a historic 47.6 in April 2026 — the worst reading ever recorded. Here is what it signals for bond markets, equity sectors, and Fed policy.

Categories Economy & Macro Tags bond markets, capital markets, consumer confidence, federal reserve, inflation, UMich sentiment

Consumer Confidence Hits Record Low: Iran Energy Shock

September 12, 2026April 14, 2026 by Bruno M.
Consumer Confidence Hits Record Low: Iran Energy Shock

US consumer confidence hit a record low in April 2026 as the Iran energy shock drives CPI to 3.3% and stagflation fears deepen across markets.

Categories Economy & Macro Tags capital markets, consumer confidence, energy crisis, federal reserve, Iran war, stagflation

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