MLIV Pulse: What's your outlook for US personal consumption through the end of this year?

The video discusses the financial pressures consumers face, including high oil and gasoline prices, resumption of student loans, and increased mortgage rates. It highlights how these factors are causing consumers to become more cost-conscious and adapt to the intense price environment. Despite these challenges, the video suggests that consumer spending will moderate rather than collapse, indicating rational behavior. It also notes that while some relief has been experienced, many consumers feel it is insufficient.

What factors are contributing to the squeeze play on consumers?

How are higher oil and gasoline prices affecting consumer behavior?

What evidence suggests that consumers are becoming more cost conscious?

In what ways have consumers adapted to the intense price environment?

What is the overall sentiment of consumers regarding the relief they have received?