After two consecutive outsized jumps in consumer credit in the months of March and April, when gas prices surged and inflation resumed its track higher, in May total consumer credit unexpectedly shrank for the first time since November 2024.

US revolving credit fell $5.3B in May 2026, the first consumer credit decline since 2024. Here's what it means for spending, rates, and risk assets.

After two consecutive outsized jumps in consumer credit in the months of March and April, when gas prices surged and inflation resumed its track higher, in May total consumer…