Mixed Messages from the Consumer

Beer Business Daily August 31, 2010Mixed Messages from the ConsumerDear Client:Consumers are in a better economic mood in August compared to July, but they are still hording their money and acting frugally, according to Consumer Edge's Research's Consumer Economy Index. The improved sentiment in August was "driven by an improved outlook for business conditions and household income" following "sharp declines in June and July." "Our latest survey results showed mixed messages for the US economy," said CER chief Bill Pecoriello.