Consumers Energy Company Price & Performance (CMS-PB)

Consumers Energy crews have restored electricity to more than 100,000 Michigan customers after severe storms caused widespread outages on May 16. With help from 660 crews, including out-of-state reinforcements, restoration continues in hard-hit areas. Customers are encouraged to stay alert and use available digital tools for updates and safety information.123

Consumers Energy says it is ready for increased summer energy needs, citing investments in grid modernization and a diverse energy portfolio. Outage times have dropped by over 20 minutes due to these upgrades, and incentives are available for customers shifting usage to off-peak hours. The company emphasizes reliability and affordability.14

U.S. consumer confidence has dropped for a fifth consecutive month, with the University of Michigan’s sentiment index falling to 50.8 in May—its second-lowest reading ever. Rising inflation expectations and uncertainty over tariffs are major contributors, with nearly three-quarters of respondents spontaneously mentioning trade policy concerns.567