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Experts warn Americans' pessimism about business conditions has driven confidence to a level that typically indicates an impending recession


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  Consumer confidence fell for the fourth consecutive month, and consumers' outlook on business conditions and their own income fell to the lowest level in 12 years. The Conference Board says confidence has fallen "well below the

The article from MSN discusses a growing concern among economic experts regarding the current state of consumer confidence in the U.S. According to recent surveys, Americans' pessimism about business conditions has reached levels that historically precede economic recessions. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index, which measures consumer confidence, has shown a significant drop, reflecting widespread anxiety about future economic stability. This pessimism is driven by factors such as persistent inflation, rising interest rates, and fears of an economic downturn. Experts highlight that while consumer confidence alone isn't a definitive predictor of a recession, its current low levels are a warning sign, suggesting that businesses and policymakers should prepare for potential economic contraction. The article also notes that despite these concerns, some economic indicators remain strong, creating a mixed economic outlook.

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