Consumer Spending

Revolving Debt and Credit Card Spending Muted in January

Revolving Debt and Credit Card Spending Muted in January
Revolving Debt and Credit Card Spending Muted in January
March 07, 2025  |  Consumer Finance

After a holiday spending frenzy, consumers have returned to a more normalized rate of spending, as measured in incremental borrowing on credit cards and other...

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Early Pay-by-Bank Adopters Poised to Win With Gen Z and Millennials
Early Pay-by-Bank Adopters Poised to Win With Gen Z and Millennials
March 07, 2025  |  Payment Methods

Younger consumers are much more open to trying new payment methods, and payments players must be prepared to offer them the spear-tip mechanisms they crave....

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Amazon Gains in Home Furnishings as Walmart’s Market Share Declines, Data Shows
Amazon Gains in Home Furnishings as Walmart’s Market Share Declines, Data Shows
March 07, 2025  |  Retail

The home furnishings market is witnessing a shift, with Amazon gaining ground while Walmart struggles to maintain its share. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Macy’s Focuses on Customer Experience and Long-Term Growth
Macy’s Focuses on Customer Experience and Long-Term Growth
March 06, 2025  |  Earnings

In a retail world where growth is harder to come by, Macy’s is prioritizing stability over expansion, adjusting to the realities of a more competitive...

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Fed Beige Book Data Highlights Pressure on Consumer Spending
Fed Beige Book Data Highlights Pressure on Consumer Spending
March 05, 2025  |  Economy

The word “uncertainty” appears in the Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book 34 times. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Foot Locker Looks to Digital Expansion, Reimagined Stores to Woo Cautious Customers
Foot Locker Looks to Digital Expansion, Reimagined Stores to Woo Cautious Customers
March 05, 2025  |  Earnings

A common theme in recent earnings calls involving The Home Depot, Lowe’s and Target has been the “cautious consumer” as shoppers are becoming more selective about...

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ADP: Job Growth Slows Amid Concerns About Uncertain Economic Outlook
ADP: Job Growth Slows Amid Concerns About Uncertain Economic Outlook
March 05, 2025  |  Economy

Private sector job growth slowed in February amid employers’ concerns about an uncertain economic outlook, ADP said Wednesday (March 5). Get the Full Story Complete...

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Amex: Retail’s Future Hinges on Ditching the Discount
Amex: Retail’s Future Hinges on Ditching the Discount
March 05, 2025  |  Retail

In a world where so much is tailored to individual preferences, consumers have come to expect the same level of customization in retail. Get the...

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Best Buy: Tariffs Could Cut Comparable Sales by 1 Point
Best Buy: Tariffs Could Cut Comparable Sales by 1 Point
March 04, 2025  |  Earnings

Best Buy said Tuesday (March 4) that the U.S. tariffs on China that went into effect Feb. 4 could have a negative impact of about...

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