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Consumer Sentiment Slumps Despite Strong Economy

Updated 2026-09-19 13:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Despite a solid economy, consumer sentiment remains low. Goldman Sachs attributes this to 'lower happiness,' suggesting broader societal pessimism may be affecting economic indicators.

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Goldman economist Joseph Briggs said broader pessimism in society may be contributing to struggling consumer sentiment even as the economy chugs along.
2026-09-19 12:50 UTC
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