economy

US economy is an area of the production, distribution and trade, as well as consumption of goods and services by different methods.

Inflation Cools; Prices Still 22% Higher Than Before the Pandemic

Inflation Cools; Prices Still 22% Higher Than Before the Pandemic
Inflation Cools; Prices Still 22% Higher Than Before the Pandemic
May 15, 2024  |  Economy

April’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) data shows that inflation’s torrid pace is cooling, at least a bit. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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As Consumers Pause Spending in April, Is Summer Slowdown Looming for Merchants?
As Consumers Pause Spending in April, Is Summer Slowdown Looming for Merchants?
May 15, 2024  |  Economy

It remains to be seen if April will be the pause that refreshes or if consumers will pinch their wallets shut for a longer period, ushering in summer doldrums for...

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Report: Waystar Plans to Launch IPO in Early June
Report: Waystar Plans to Launch IPO in Early June
May 14, 2024  |  IPO

Waystar is reportedly planning to launch its initial public offering (IPO) in early June, seeking a valuation of $5 billion or $6 billion. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Home Depot Continues B2B Push as Consumer Spending Pulls Back
Home Depot Continues B2B Push as Consumer Spending Pulls Back
May 14, 2024  |  Earnings

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Bank of America CEO: Consumers Show Spending ‘Resilience’
Bank of America CEO: Consumers Show Spending ‘Resilience’
May 14, 2024  |  Economy

Bank of America’s CEO says consumer spending is still healthy despite steep interest rates. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Fed Says Consumers See Higher-for-Longer Inflation
Fed Says Consumers See Higher-for-Longer Inflation
May 13, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

Consumers are girding for inflation to settle in over the long haul. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Sticky Prices Continue to Pressure Consumers  
Sticky Prices Continue to Pressure Consumers  
May 13, 2024  |  Economy

This week, the latest spate of data from the government on spending trends will be released. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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AAA: Memorial Day Road Trips Will Hit Record Numbers 
AAA: Memorial Day Road Trips Will Hit Record Numbers 
May 13, 2024  |  Travel Payments

Americans are projected to take a record number of road trips this Memorial Day weekend. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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