The State of the US Consumer
October 21, 2024 — The latest Survey of Consumer Expectations (SCE) from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, released on October 15th covering September, offers a comprehensive view of how US consumers are navigating economic challenges, from inflation to job prospects to household finances. The survey signals that inflation expectations are creeping upward over time, and while Americans remain cautiously optimistic about the labor market, they are bracing for financial strain as debt delinquencies are expected to rise.
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