Michigan Consumer Sentiment Edges Higher

Published on December 6, 2024

Consumer sentiment continued to rise, according to the preliminary December report for the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index. The index rose 3.1 points (3.1%) from November's final reading to 74.0. The latest reading was below the forecast of 73.1.

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