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Back to EpisodesConsumer Sentiment Plummets Amid Iran War Fears
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Consumer sentiment plummeted in March, marking a six-month low, due to the Iran conflict and gas price anxieties. The University of Michigans survey revealed a significant drop across all age groups and political parties, with business conditions and personal finance expectations taking a hit. Inflation concerns surged, particularly over gas prices, which quadrupled in respondents minds. The wars impact was felt across the board, with middle- and higher-income groups experiencing the steepest declines. The downturn in economic outlooks and rising fuel costs pose challenges for Republicans ahead of fall midterms, where affordability issues typically sway voters.
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