U.S. personal spending grew 0.7% month-over-month in May 2026, up from a 0.5% increase in April, according to data updated on 25 June 2026. The figures indicate that American consumers continued to increase their expenditures at a faster pace as spring progressed.
The comparison is based on month-over-month changes, with May’s “actual” figure reflecting the change from April 2026, while April’s “previous” figure measures the change from March 2026. The acceleration from 0.5% to 0.7% suggests household demand remained a key support for overall economic activity heading into the middle of the year.
