Increased Confidence
The Consumer Confidence Index increased to 106.1 in July from 102.8 in June, according to The Conference Board. The New York–based research company gathers information for its monthly survey from a sample of 5,000 U.S. households. The board also found that its Expectations Index rose to 105.8 in July from 100.8 in June and its Present Situation Index increased to 106.5 from 105.9 during the same period.
