Top of the Morning: State of the US Consumer & Back to School trends

Top of the Morning: State of the US Consumer & Back to School trends

September 10, 2026 · 11 min

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Sunny Mehra discusses the state of the US consumer and back to school trends with host Daniel Cassidy.

Sunny Mehra, Consumer Strategist Americas with the UBS Chief Investment Office, drops by to provide a health check on the US consumer, including a look a recent spending trends and overall sentiment. Sunny reflects on the 2026 back to school shopping season, and previews how retailers are preparing for the upcoming holidays. Plus, a look at positioning preferences across the US Consumer Discretionary and Staples sectors. Host: Daniel Cassidy

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