As the Federal Reserve boosts interest rates to beat inflation, all sorts of debt becomes more expensive. Much of the everyday focus may be on credit cards and mortgages. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...
The Consumer Confidence Index hit its lowest level since February 2021, falling to 98.7, a report from the Confidence Board said Tuesday (June 28). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
Durable goods are proving … well, durable. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree...
Unemployment claims fell last week, remaining near their record low level, an indication of a tight American labor market even amid the threat of a recession. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
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The Bank of England recently raised the key interest rate from 1% to 1.25%, and with the bank’s governor warning Britons that more hikes may be on the horizon, U.K. shoppers are experiencing interest rates approaching double figures. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
There’s a high likelihood that the “unacceptably high” prices of recent months won’t recede in 2022, according to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, a report from Bloomberg said. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
As restaurants continue to struggle with labor challenges, not all consumers are sympathetic to the difficulties they are facing — the majority are not even cognizant of them. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
Today is Friday, June 17 and the national average price for a gallon of gas is $5; last year on this day it was $3.08. Today is also Dump the Pump Day, which encourages commuters nationwide to save gas and take the bus or train...
