FX.co ★ U.S. Real Consumer Spending Edges Higher in Q2 2026, Signaling Resilient Demand

Real consumer spending in the United States accelerated modestly in the second quarter of 2026, underscoring the continued strength of household demand. The indicator rose to 3.8% in the period, up from 3.4% previously recorded in the same quarter.

The latest reading, updated on 30 September 2026, suggests that consumers maintained — and slightly increased — their pace of real expenditure despite broader uncertainties in the economic outlook. The uptick in spending is likely to be closely watched by markets and policymakers, as consumer activity remains a central driver of overall U.S. economic growth.