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Thursday, October 22, 2026
U.S.U.S. — Real Personal Consumption
Economic
Real Personal Consumption is an economic indicator measuring goods and services purchased by households, adjusted for price changes. It assesses consumer spending and economic health, with categories for durable and non-durable goods. Economists, analysts, and investors use it to gauge the economy and consumer spending. A higher than expected number is positive for the USD, while a lower than expected number is negative.
Next release: Oct 29, 8:30 AM ET
Latest · Aug
0.6%
cons. —·prior 0.1
History
FRED · PCEC96Real Personal Consumption Expenditures
Previous releases
| Date | Period | Actual | Consensus | Prior | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Aug | 0.6% | — | 0.1 | — |
| Aug 26, 2026 | Jul | 0% | — | 0.4 | — |
| Jul 30, 2026 | Jun | 0.4% | — | 0.4 | — |