How did consumers weaken the economy in the late 1920s?

In the late 1920s, consumers weakened the economy by significantly reducing their spending due to a combination of rising debt levels and a decline in consumer confidence. Many households, having over-leveraged themselves during the economic boom, faced financial strain, leading to decreased consumption. This drop in demand for goods contributed to inventory surpluses, which in turn prompted businesses to cut production and lay off workers, exacerbating the economic downturn. The resulting cycle of reduced spending and increased unemployment ultimately played a key role in the onset of the Great Depression.