U.S. Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index Fell to 67.8

Confidence among U.S. consumers fell in July to the lowest level since November, posing a threat to the biggest part of the economy.

The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan final index of consumer sentiment declined to 67.8 this month from 76 in June. The preliminary measure was 66.5.

Employment growth has been slow to take hold and lower home prices are depressing wealth. The lack of confidence may further restrain consumer spending, which accounts for 70 percent of the economy, and limit the pace of growth.