The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index increased 3.4% in December compared to the month prior, landing at 74, according to preliminary results for the month. The December figure was up 6.2% from a year ago. The current conditions component of the index rose 21.6% from the month prior, landing at 77.7, while the consumer expectations index fell 6.9% to 71.6.
Fed releases formal proposal to create ‘skinny’ master accounts
After previously seeking public input on the idea, the Federal Reserve issued a formal proposal for establishing payment accounts and will seek further comment.









