Consumer sentiment slides to second-lowest on record

U.S. consumer sentiment dropped to 50.8 in May—its second-lowest level on record—as worries about inflation and tariffs grew, according to a University of Michigan survey.

Short- and long-term inflation expectations both rose, with nearly 75% of respondents citing tariffs as a concern.

The survey was mostly completed before the U.S. and China announced a 90-day tariff pause, which may affect future sentiment, CNBC has reported.

Despite some easing, tariff rates remain high compared to pre-Trump levels, raising concerns about their potential inflationary impact.

read more: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/05/16/consumer-sentiment-may-inflation-expectations-tariffs.html

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