Americans still feel bad about the economy. When will it get better?

U.S. consumer sentiment has been in a downward trend since the Covid-19 pandemic, with economists citing inflation, wars and President Trump's tariffs as key pressures. The article points to a weaker consumer outlook rather than a single data surprise, suggesting a broad drag on discretionary demand and risk appetite. The message is negative for consumption-sensitive sectors and adds to macro uncertainty.

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U.S. consumer sentiment has been in a downward trend since the Covid-19 pandemic, with economists citing inflation, wars and President Trump's tariffs as key pressures. The article points to a weaker consumer outlook rather than a single data surprise, suggesting a broad drag on discretionary demand and risk appetite. The message is negative for consumption-sensitive sectors and adds to macro uncertainty.