Consumer Spending

How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?

How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
How Much Of The Consumer’s Paycheck Goes To Amazon?
October 15, 2018  |  Consumer Finance

In 2009, consumers first coined the term “Whole Paycheck” as a tongue-in-cheek way to describe the sticker shock many felt when looking at their receipts...

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PepsiCo Reports Third-Quarter Earnings Beat
PepsiCo Reports Third-Quarter Earnings Beat
October 02, 2018  |  Retail

On Indra Nooyi’s last day as PepsiCo’s chief executive, the beverage maker reported third-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations. At the same time, the company saw...

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Fed Rate Hike Hits Consumer Confidence
Fed Rate Hike Hits Consumer Confidence
October 01, 2018  |  Loans

Last week brought a confluence of economic headlines that are slated to hit the consumer right where it hurts: the wallet – and perhaps the...

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Consumer Spending Increases 0.3 Pct; Inflation Steady In August
Consumer Spending Increases 0.3 Pct; Inflation Steady In August
September 28, 2018  |  Consumer Finance

Data released Friday (Sept. 28) shows that U.S. consumer spending grew in August by 30 basis points, as estimated by the Commerce Department. Inflation continued to...

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Consumer Confidence Hits An 18-Year High
Consumer Confidence Hits An 18-Year High
September 25, 2018  |  Economy

With a strong labor market and expectations for more growth in the economy, consumer confidence in the U.S. reached an 18-year high in September. Get...

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Homebuilder Downgrade A Tough Housing Market Harbinger?
Homebuilder Downgrade A Tough Housing Market Harbinger?
September 21, 2018  |  Real Estate

Caution, warns a sell side analyst regarding homebuilder stocks, and the sector swoons. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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National Retail Federation Projects Halloween Spending Will Hit $9B
National Retail Federation Projects Halloween Spending Will Hit $9B
September 21, 2018  |  Retail

Just under last year’s record $9.1 billion in Halloween spending, the National Retail Federation’s (NRF’s) annual survey projects spending for the occasion will reach $9...

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When Economies Sour, The Hedgers Stand Tall
When Economies Sour, The Hedgers Stand Tall
September 18, 2018  |  Economy

Silver linings. Blessings in disguise. Opportunities are knocking. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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