Consumer Pulse Q1 2026

Our quarterly survey explores how consumers’ personal finances have changed and what further changes they expect in the future.

For a snapshot of our findings, download TransUnion’s latest Consumer Pulse Infographic which revealed:

• How optimistic consumers are about their household finances
• Their most-cited household financial concerns
• The percentage who said they’ll increase spending on in-store or online retail shopping, discretionary personal spending, large purchases and digital services
• The top types of credit and loan activities they’ve planned
• How many expect to be unable to pay at least one of their current bills