The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index increased 3.1% in September compared to the month prior, landing at 70.1, according to final results for the month. The September figure was up 3.4% from a year ago. The current conditions component of the index rose 3.3% from the month prior, landing at 63.3, while the consumer expectations index increased 3.2% to 74.4.
New survey probes community banks’ plans for digital assets
Double-digit shares of community bankers intend to offer tokenized deposits and stablecoin solutions within the next 12 months, according to the Conference of State Bank Supervisors' 2026 community bank survey released today.









