The University of Michigan's final May consumer sentiment index fell to a record low of 44.8, signaling deep pessimism among Americans despite the stock market's strong performance with the S&P 500 up 9% year-to-date. Inflation expectations rose, with one-year inflation hitting the highest level since the early 1980s, while geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are also weighing on confidence. Meanwhile, retail sales and personal income remain high, showing a disconnect as consumers continue spending but with a declining savings rate. This gap suggests a K-shaped economic recovery where wealthier consumers fuel markets while others feel financial pressure, raising concerns about future spending and market stability.
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