The Consumer Sentiment Index in the United States plunged 10% in May compared to the month prior, to stand at 44.8, a final report posted by the University of Michigan showed on Friday. The figure tumbled 14.2% on an annual basis. The Current Economic Conditions Index slid 12.8% in the reported period compared to April and plummeted 22.2% compared to May 2025, amounting to 45.8 points. The Index of Consumer Expectations dropped 8.3% month-over-month and 7.9% year-over-year, coming in at 44.1. "Year-ahead inflation expectations inched up from 4.7% last month to 4.8% this month. The current reading substantially ... (full story)