Event Brief
Survey shows consumer confidence rises despite gas and Iran war
Filed: Apr 28, 2026 at 1:02 PM ET
Summary: Consumer confidence inched up in April to the highest level this year but remains depressed by historical standards.
WHO: Survey respondents
WHAT: April consumer confidence increased to the highest level this year
WHEN: Apr 28, 2026 at 11:21 AM ET
WHERE: United States
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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