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US consumer confidence jumps in April despite rising gasoline worries
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Published on 28 April 2026
Gas prices scared people, but confidence still rose
US consumer confidence unexpectedly improved in April, rising 0.6 points to 92.8, according to The Conference Board. The March reading was revised up to 92.2. Economists surveyed by Reuters had predicted a slide to 89.0. The gain came even as Americans worried about higher gasoline prices.
- Consumer confidence rose to 92.8 in April
- March data was revised higher to 92.2
- Wall Street expected the index to fall to 89.0
- Confidence climbed despite concerns over gasoline prices
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