Michigan sentiment sinks to record on higher inflation expectations
U.S. consumer sentiment sank to a record 49.8 in April as year-ahead inflation expectations rose to 4.7%, with gasoline and diesel prices driving the slump.
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U.S. consumer sentiment sank to a record 49.8 in April as year-ahead inflation expectations rose to 4.7%, with gasoline and diesel prices driving the slump.
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