Consumer Sentiment Hits Lowest Level Since 2022 Amid Government Shutdown Fears

Published on November 7, 2025

Consumer sentiment dropped to its lowest level since 2022 in November as consumers express concerns about negative consequences for the economy from the ongoing government shutdown. The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index fell 3.3 points (-6.2%) to 50.3 this month.

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