24.02.202615:00:00UTC+00U.S. Consumer Confidence Edges Higher in February, Signaling Brighter Household Outlook

Consumer sentiment in the United States improved in February, with the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index rising to 91.2 from 89.0 in January 2026. The latest reading, updated on 24 February 2026, suggests that households are feeling slightly more optimistic about economic conditions than at the start of the year.

The increase, while modest, indicates a gradual strengthening in consumers’ perceptions of both current conditions and the outlook for the coming months. As confidence recovers from previous lows, it may support consumer spending decisions, a key driver of U.S. economic activity.

Analysts will be watching upcoming readings closely to see whether February’s uptick marks the start of a more sustained improvement in sentiment or a short-lived reaction to recent economic developments. For now, the move from 89.0 to 91.2 points to a cautious but improving mood among U.S. consumers.