Retail spending in the United States showed signs of resilience in June, with sales rising 0.6% from May and climbing 3.9% versus the same month a year ago, according to data released Thursday (July 17) by the U.S. Census Bureau. The report, based on a...
Main Street businesses, vital to the U.S. economy, have seen their growth rate significantly fade since late 2024 through Q1 2025, lagging behind the overall U.S. business growth despite a strong post-pandemic rebound. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...
The tariffs are hitting home as businesses pass along higher costs to end customers. 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...
JPMorgan’s CEO is worried Wall Street is underestimating the potential for higher interest rates. 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...
Wells Fargo said Thursday (July 10) that it sees signs that the economy “appears to be losing some steam,” with job creation slowing and inflation expected to rise. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...
The number of Americans filing for unemployment last week dropped, even as the number who are unemployed rose to the highest level since November 2021. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...
The Bank of England said global financial markets are still in jeopardy despite easing tariff tensions. 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...
The most taxing problem facing America’s small businesses? Taxes. 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,...
Employment grew in June at about the same rate it’s been increasing over the past year, with gains in state government and health care and losses in federal government. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...