On July 29, 2010,
in Consumer Confidence,
by Jehoshua Shapiro
For the second consecutive month, U.S. consumer confidence is plunging. July’s official reading is its lowest since July of last year and the figures run in stark contrast to just two months ago, when the index touched a multi-year high.
On June 2, 2010,
in Consumer Confidence,
by Jehoshua Shapiro
According to The Conference Board, economic confidence is as high as it’s been since August 2007 — 4 months before the start of the recession. Americans are optimistic again. It’s good for home prices but bad for mortgage rates.
On February 12, 2010,
in Consumer Confidence,
by Jehoshua Shapiro
Consumer Sentiment has been on the rise since last February and it’s something to which home buyers should pay attention. The affordability of your next home may hinge on consumer confidence.
