Consumer Spending

Consumer Spending Drives Economic Outlook
Consumer Spending Drives Economic Outlook
December 23, 2015  |  News

The United States economy grew at a 2 percent annualized rate in the third quarter, a growth sustained by — as has been the tradition in...

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Will Holiday Sales Be The Retail Slump Savior?
Will Holiday Sales Be The Retail Slump Savior?
December 14, 2015  |  Retail

The holiday shopping season is in full swing, with sales results showing that, so far, U.S. consumers are opening their wallets to make the most...

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Expectations Edition: Visa Meets, Jobs Beat And Square Manages
Expectations Edition: Visa Meets, Jobs Beat And Square Manages
November 09, 2015  |  International

Life was famously compared to a box of chocolates 21 years ago on the grounds that one “never knows what they’re gonna get.” Which, as it turns...

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What’s Got Consumers Spooked About Halloween Spending?
What’s Got Consumers Spooked About Halloween Spending?
October 30, 2015  |  News

As the scariest day of the year approaches, it looks like budget-conscious consumers have grown weary about more than just the spooky happenings that may...

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How Halloween Haunts October Commerce
How Halloween Haunts October Commerce
October 01, 2015  |  Hmmm

With the flipping of the calendar to October and the pumpkin spiced drinks flowing freely from sea to shining sea, it’s time for one of the most...

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Consumer Credit Trends Signal Confidence Boost
Consumer Credit Trends Signal Confidence Boost
September 10, 2015  |  Consumer Insights

Americans are borrowing more with a steady job market and low gas prices backing consumer confidence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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How Local Goods Influence Shopper’s Habits
How Local Goods Influence Shopper’s Habits
September 02, 2015  |  Merchant Innovation

As much as the big-box retailers and online marketplaces grab consumer attention, the concept of buying local is, and always has been, a niche market...

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