Consumer Confidence Index vs Labor Force Participation Rate
Consumer Confidence Index is currently 92.9 (down -5.40). Labor Force Participation Rate is currently 62.5% (flat +0.1%).
| Metric | Consumer Confidence Index | Labor Force Participation Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Current value | 92.9 | 62.5% |
| Previous reading | 98.3index | 62.4% |
| Change | -5.40 | +0.1% |
| Trend | down | flat |
| Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Source | The Conference Board | Bureau of Labor Statistics |
| Last updated | 2026-03-25 | 2026-04-04 |
| Category | consumer | employment |
What Consumer Confidence Index measures
The Consumer Confidence Index measures how optimistic or pessimistic consumers are about the economy and their personal financial situation. It is based on a monthly survey of 5,000 U.S. households by The Conference Board.
Consumer confidence has dropped to 92.9 — the lowest in over a year and the fourth consecutive monthly decline. Readings below 100 indicate more pessimism than optimism. For executives, declining confidence is a leading indicator of reduced consumer spending. When consumers feel less confident, they delay major purchases (cars, appliances, vacations), increase savings rates, and become more price-sensitive. Retailers and consumer-facing businesses should prepare for softer demand.
What Labor Force Participation Rate measures
The labor force participation rate measures the percentage of the civilian population aged 16+ that is either employed or actively seeking employment. It reflects how many people are engaged in or looking for work.
At 62.5%, participation remains below the pre-pandemic level of 63.3% and well below the 2000 peak of 67.3%. For executives, the structural decline in participation — driven by an aging population and early retirements — means the pool of available workers is permanently smaller. Companies cannot assume that enough workers will 'return' to the labor force; the talent shortage is structural, not cyclical.
Frequently asked
Consumer Confidence Index is currently 92.9, down -5.40 from the previous reading. Source: The Conference Board, updated monthly.
Labor Force Participation Rate is currently 62.5%, flat +0.1% from the previous reading. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, updated monthly.
Consumer confidence has dropped to 92.9 — the lowest in over a year and the fourth consecutive monthly decline. Readings below 100 indicate more pessimism than optimism. For executives, declining conf At 62.5%, participation remains below the pre-pandemic level of 63.3% and well below the 2000 peak of 67.3%. For executives, the structural decline in participation — driven by an aging population and