AI Data Insight
In the third quarter of 2026 (August), U.S. personal disposable income climbed to $24,289.0 billion, a continued increase from the previous value of $24,223.2 billion. Although nominal income hit a record high, the month-over-month overall income growth fell below market expectations, and inflation-adjusted real income tended to remain flat. Strong consumer spending is accelerating the depletion of people's savings, laying hidden concerns for future economic momentum.