Consumer Confidence Hits Another Low | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 15, 2026 · 1m

Consumer sentiment hit a new low in August as economic anxiety lingered, with only 8% expecting income to beat inflation next year. After a brief rebound in June and July, the overall index is now trending downward — echoing a prolonged struggle for households. While personal finances dipped slightly, broader economic outlooks suffered more, fueled by stubborn gas prices and lingering uncertainty. Republicans saw the steepest monthly decline, raising concerns about voter turnout among economically strained demographics. When wallets feel the squeeze, politics can’t ignore the reality: the…