US consumer confidence rises for first time in four months

US Government: The US Government is the federal governing authority responsible for national economic policy, labor-market policy, and the publication or oversight of key economic data. The reported improvement in consumer confidence provides a favorable near-term signal about Americans’ perceptions of employment and business conditions, although the survey was conducted by The Conference Board rather than the government. Economic sentiment: The expectations measure also improved, while consumers reported more favorable views of job availability and current business conditions. Consumer confidence: The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index rose in October for the first time in four months, with improved assessments of current business and labor-market conditions.