Consumer Spending

Online Sales Muted as Consumers Rush to Buy Cars and TVs Ahead of Tariffs
Online Sales Muted as Consumers Rush to Buy Cars and TVs Ahead of Tariffs
April 16, 2025  |  Consumer Insights

As earnings season kicked off last week, JPMorgan’s CFO Jeremy Barnum said on the conference call with analysts that consumers had been front-loading their spending...

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Consumer Resilience Buoys Big Banks, but CEOs Remain Cautious
Consumer Resilience Buoys Big Banks, but CEOs Remain Cautious
April 16, 2025  |  Banking

In a quarter overshadowed by tariff discussions and global economic jitters, three of the nation’s largest financial institutions — PNC, Citigroup, and Bank of America...

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Albertsons’ Sales Tick Up as Shoppers ‘Tighten Their Pocket Books’
Albertsons’ Sales Tick Up as Shoppers ‘Tighten Their Pocket Books’
April 15, 2025  |  Retail

Grocery giant Albertsons says inflationary pressures continue to push its shoppers to seek value. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Big Banks: Consumers Keep Spending Despite Tariff Worries
Big Banks: Consumers Keep Spending Despite Tariff Worries
April 15, 2025  |  Economy

While Americans are worried about the economy, it hasn’t kept them from spending. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Bank of America CEO: ‘Consumers Are Still Solidly in the Game’
Bank of America CEO: ‘Consumers Are Still Solidly in the Game’
April 15, 2025  |  Earnings

Consumers are still spending, Bank of America’s earnings showed Tuesday (April 15), despite the volatility of what CEO Brian Moynihan termed a “changing economy.”  ...

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Consumers Draw New Spending Lines as Tariff Threats Loom
Consumers Draw New Spending Lines as Tariff Threats Loom
April 15, 2025  |  Consumer Insights

As seen in current events such as LVMH’s lackluster revenue picture announced Monday (April 14), which showed a decided pullback in luxury spending due to...

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US Consumers Eye Higher Costs for Food and Rent Over the Near Term
US Consumers Eye Higher Costs for Food and Rent Over the Near Term
April 14, 2025  |  Economy

United States consumers’ expectations for inflation over the next 12 months hit the highest level since we emerged from the pandemic. Get the Full Story...

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Airlines Boost Premium Offerings as Demand for Main Cabin Seats Slows
Airlines Boost Premium Offerings as Demand for Main Cabin Seats Slows
April 14, 2025  |  Travel Payments

Airlines are reportedly focusing on roomier seats and other perks for wealthier leisure travelers as other customer segments cut back on their spending. Get the...

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Expedia’s Private-Label Push Turns Loyalty Points Into Economic Leverage
Expedia’s Private-Label Push Turns Loyalty Points Into Economic Leverage
April 14, 2025  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Tariffs are at the top of many people’s minds, inflation is volatile, and consumers are discerning about where and when they will spend their money....

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