Consumer Confidence Index vs Unemployment Rate
Consumer Confidence Index is currently 92.9 (down -5.40). Unemployment Rate is currently 4.1% (up +0.1%).
| Metric | Consumer Confidence Index | Unemployment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Current value | 92.9 | 4.1% |
| Previous reading | 98.3index | 4% |
| Change | -5.40 | +0.1% |
| Trend | down | up |
| 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 Unemployment Rate measures
The unemployment rate represents the percentage of the civilian labor force that is jobless, actively seeking work, and available to take a job. It is the most widely cited measure of labor market health.
At 4.1%, the labor market remains tight by historical standards. For executives, this means continued competition for talent and upward wage pressure in most sectors. An unemployment rate below 4.5% generally indicates a strong labor market where workers have bargaining power. Companies should expect longer time-to-hire and may need to increase compensation packages to attract top talent.
Frequently asked
Consumer Confidence Index is currently 92.9, down -5.40 from the previous reading. Source: The Conference Board, updated monthly.
Unemployment Rate is currently 4.1%, up +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 4.1%, the labor market remains tight by historical standards. For executives, this means continued competition for talent and upward wage pressure in most sectors. An unemployment rate below 4.5% g