Consumer confidence among Floridians was flat at 72 in October compared to a downwardly revised September reading of 74. An additional week of interviewing in September resulted in the two point downward revision. In October two of the five components increased while three declined. Perceptions of personal finances now compared to a year ago rose three points to 45, while perceptions of personal finances a year from now fell a point to 80. Expectations about U.S. economic conditions over the next year fell three points to 71 while expectations about U.S. economic conditions over the next five years fell three points to 81. Perceptions as to whether it is a good time to buy big-ticket items rose three points to 83.