CB Consumer Confidence
Wed · Aug 26 · 6:00 AM ET
Release history
| Period | Actual | Prior | S&P that day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | 90.8pt | 92.2pt | -1.5% |
| Jul 2026 | 91.2pt | 90.6pt | -0.1% |
| Jun 2026 | 91.2pt | 90.6pt | +0.8% |
| May 2026 | 93.1pt | 93.8pt | +0% |
| Apr 2026 | 92.8pt | 92.2pt | +0% |
| Apr 2026 | 92.8pt | 92.2pt | -0.5% |
| Apr 2026 | 91.8pt | 91pt | +0.8% |
| Feb 2026 | 91.2pt | 89pt | +0.8% |
“S&P that day” = S&P 500 (SPY) close-to-close move on the release date — a proxy for the market’s reaction.
What is CB Consumer Confidence?
The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index surveys thousands of U.S. households each month on their views of current business and labor conditions and their expectations for the next six months. It is indexed to 1985 = 100.
Why it moves markets
Confidence is a leading indicator: optimistic consumers tend to spend more, fueling growth and corporate revenues, while pessimism foreshadows pullbacks in spending. It often turns before hard data like retail sales.
How to read it
Levels above 100 indicate relatively upbeat sentiment; below 100 signals caution. Watch the gap between the "present situation" and "expectations" components — a falling expectations index can precede slowdowns. A related gauge is the University of Michigan sentiment survey.
Upcoming releases
Times in U.S. Eastern (ET). Economic data from official sources (FRED); schedules and AI estimates may change. For information only — not investment advice.