In January, consumer confidence in Arizona rose to its highest level (62.8) since May 2008 (73.4) and planned consumer spending is up in three of five consumer durable goods categories. The latest poll by the Behavior Research Center, Inc., found renewed confidence regarding consumer assessment of the current economic situation. More consumers seem to believer the economy will grow in the coming six months. Thus the Expectations Index rose to 85.5 in January from 77.0 in October and only 65.8 … [Read more...] about Arizona Consumer Confidence Rising