U.S. consumer sentiment ticked up for a fourth straight month in November, led by a big upswing in sentiment among Republicans following Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election. The University of Michigan's Consumer Sentiment Index climbed to 71.

US consumer sentiment rose in November by less than previously reported, reflecting deep divisions among Republicans and Democrats about the path for the economy after Donald Trump’s presidential election win.

A burst of confidence among Republicans after Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election was offset by dashed hopes among Democrats, leaving consumer sentiment barely changed near the end of November.

The index of consumer sentiment in Republican households climbed more than 15 points in November, according to data released Friday by the University of Michigan.

Consumer sentiment has either plunged or shot up post-election — depending on whether you ask Democrats or Republicans.