Virginia Consumer Sentiment Polls

Consumer sentiment jumps into 2024 with a strong start. Consumers, both in Virginia and the nation, seem assured of the underlying strength of the economy and that inflation will continue to moderate.  

IPOR is out with the quarterly look at how Virginians feel about the economy. Consumer sentiment has stalled despite inflation moderation and labor market stability. 

Roanoke College's Institute for Policy and Opinion Research looks at holiday spending plans for Virginians. Inflation has slowed but that doesn't necessarily mean Virginians will be spending more. 

IPOR is out with the quarterly look at how Virginians feel about the economy. Consumer sentiment has stalled, and high price levels are frustrating Virginians. Unemployment rates remain low with 2.5 job openings for every unemployed person.  

Consumer sentiment in Virginia continues to trend upward behind ebbing inflation and strong labor markets. Roanoke College's Institute for Policy and Opinion Research has all the details. 

IPOR's latest survey says consumer sentiment in Virginia is up, buoyed by slowing inflation rates and robust labor market. 

Although Virginia consumers remain anxious about inflation heading into the holiday shopping season many are optimistic that the coming years will bring better economic conditions. 

Each year, Roanoke College's Institute for Policy and Opinion Research conducts a Holiday Spending Report. This year, holiday spending is likely to increase in part because of rising prices.  

Consumer sentiment rebounds, fueled by slowing price growth, according to the latest Roanoke College Poll.