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American Consumers Pressured as Rising Prices Erase Tax Refunds

American Consumers Pressured as Rising Prices Erase Tax Refunds
American Consumers Pressured as Rising Prices Erase Tax Refunds
May 25, 2026  |  Consumer Insights

U.S. consumers are reportedly facing increased financial pressure as tax refunds peter out. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Fed Governor Says Iran War Causing More Uncertainty Than Tariffs
Fed Governor Says Iran War Causing More Uncertainty Than Tariffs
May 25, 2026  |  Economy

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller says interest rates should remain steady amid continued inflation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Americans Keep Buying While the Buffer Shrinks
Americans Keep Buying While the Buffer Shrinks
April 30, 2026  |  Economy

The wallets are open, but the runway is getting shorter. Consumer spending in March continued to outpace income growth, with rising energy costs and everyday...

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Oil Prices and Supply Chain Stress Sour Economic Outlook
Oil Prices and Supply Chain Stress Sour Economic Outlook
April 30, 2026  |  Economy

The Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index (LEI) declined by 0.6% in March amid higher oil prices and stressed supply chains. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Oil Price Spike Erodes Small Business Confidence, NFIB Says
Oil Price Spike Erodes Small Business Confidence, NFIB Says
April 14, 2026  |  Economy

Small business optimism dipped below its 52-year average for the first time in a year in March, driven by the Iran war and the subsequent...

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Gas Price Spike Set to Squeeze Household Essentials
Gas Price Spike Set to Squeeze Household Essentials
April 10, 2026  |  Economy

The latest inflation figures start at the pump, but the effects will likely extend well beyond gas prices and into everyday household spending decisions. Get...

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Fuel Costs Deliver Fresh Headaches to Fresh Food Companies
Fuel Costs Deliver Fresh Headaches to Fresh Food Companies
March 31, 2026  |  Economy

Rising diesel fuel costs have reportedly led fresh food sellers to hike their prices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Lyft Offers Drivers Additional Cash Back Amid Rising Gas Prices
Lyft Offers Drivers Additional Cash Back Amid Rising Gas Prices
March 25, 2026  |  Ridesharing

Lyft has announced a 60-day program designed to provide relief to Lyft drivers who are facing rising gas prices. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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