Event Brief
UPDATED May 8, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
May 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
High gas prices deepen consumer gloom in early May
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The University of Michigan reported consumer sentiment hit a record low in May amid high gas prices.
WHO: University of Michigan
WHAT: Consumer sentiment fell to a record low in May, with high gas prices cited
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 11:47 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Consumer sentiment weakened in response to high gas prices.
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