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January 28, 2026

Americans' confidence in the economy falls sharply in January to lowest level since 2014

By MATT OTT
AP Business Writer

WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer confidence declined sharply in January, hitting the lowest level since 2014 as Americans grow increasingly concerned about their financial prospects.

The Conference Board said Tuesday that its consumer confidence index cratered 9.7 points to 84.5 in January, falling below even the lowest readings during the COVID-19 pandemic.


 
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