inflation

October Inflation Dips to 7.7% Fueling Hopes for ‘Soft Landing’
October Inflation Dips to 7.7% Fueling Hopes for ‘Soft Landing’
November 10, 2022  |  Economy

The nation’s closely watched Consumer Price Index fell to a nine-month low of 7.7% in October, as the impact of rising interest rates and weaker...

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What Customers Demand From Their QSR Ordering Experiences
What Customers Demand From Their QSR Ordering Experiences
November 10, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

The pandemic forced restaurants to pivot and deploy online platforms for contactless ordering, unified restaurant software, curbside pickup and delivery services to meet consumers where...

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Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy’s Gloom Is Bad News for Retailers
Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy’s Gloom Is Bad News for Retailers
November 09, 2022  |  Economy

The paycheck-to-paycheck economy is bifurcating as inflation rages and consumers fret over an uncertain future, with one group of customers who cannot spend, and another...

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Inflation Stokes Recession Fears While Slamming Retail Earnings
Inflation Stokes Recession Fears While Slamming Retail Earnings
November 09, 2022  |  Retail

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October Inflation Report: A Third of US Consumers Now Struggle to Pay Bills
October Inflation Report: A Third of US Consumers Now Struggle to Pay Bills
November 09, 2022  |  Consumer Finance

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New Jobs for Better Wages Not a Panacea for Paycheck-to-Paycheck Households
New Jobs for Better Wages Not a Panacea for Paycheck-to-Paycheck Households
November 09, 2022  |  Economy

The household economics of 2022 continues to confound, as consumers who are fearful of recession and whose wages are also not keeping pace with inflation...

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Bitcoin a Shell of Former Self on Anniversary of $68K All-Time High
Bitcoin a Shell of Former Self on Anniversary of $68K All-Time High
November 08, 2022  |  Bitcoin

It has been a rocky 12 months for bitcoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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75% of Hooters’ Virtual Customers Have Never Visited Flagship Brand
75% of Hooters’ Virtual Customers Have Never Visited Flagship Brand
November 08, 2022  |  Restaurant innovation

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Party City Says Halloween Sales at ‘Lower End of Expectations’
Party City Says Halloween Sales at ‘Lower End of Expectations’
November 08, 2022  |  Retail

Consumers purchased Halloween decorations at a lukewarm rate in October and retailer Party City expects that to continue for the rest of the year.  Get...

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