Consumer sentiment slips again – Midwest Radio

People are feeling the pinch, as the consumer sentiment slips down to a three month low.

Three out of four consumers are expecting living costs to increase in 2026, with one in four saying they expect a large rise.

The Cost of Living Crisis is being blamed, as consumers are feeling negative about household finances in October.

Economist Austin Hughes says there are two main drivers to the sentiment:

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