Historical Michigan Confidence Chart

Friday's Michigan Confidence reading of 62.6 would make April's level the lowest since March 1982 (the number still has to be revised).

For those interested, below we highlight a historical chart of Michigan Confidence since 1978. As shown, sentiment in the U.S. has taken quite a hit in recent months.

Comments

[flyoverman]

Yes, thanks to the media and politicians who are seeking power.... the "sky is falling."

2008 Apr 28 11:49 AM

[300mph]

No surprises here. The typical consumer is really concerned about one thing, the price of gasoline.

2008 Apr 29 12:23 PM