US September Consumer Confidence Index Released: Positive for the Dollar

The Conference Board released the September Consumer Confidence Index on August 26, 2025. The reported value was 97.4, with no forecast provided; the previous reading was also 97.4.Definition: The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index is highly volatile, which reduces its reliability as a barometer of consumer sentiment. Labor market conditions and stock market performance have a significant impact on this index, and consumers respond sensitively to these factors. The data is based on a survey of 5,000 households regarding current and future economic conditions, including labor effectiveness, business conditions, and the overall economic environment.This indicator is rated at importance level 3. The methodology consists of a composite series derived from household surveys. It is released monthly, with the next publication scheduled for October 28, 2025.

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