U.S. Consumer Sentiment Rises in January 2026

U.S. consumer sentiment saw an increase in January 2026, according to the University of Michigan survey. According to NS3.AI, the sentiment index rose to 56.4, reflecting a 6.6% rise from the previous month, though it remains 21.3% lower compared to the same period last year. The current conditions index improved to 55.4, while the expectations index reached 57.0. Furthermore, one-year inflation expectations dropped to 4.0%, the lowest level observed in recent years.