inflation

Is February’s Tempered Pace the Calm Before the Inflation Storm?

Is February’s Tempered Pace the Calm Before the Inflation Storm?
Is February’s Tempered Pace the Calm Before the Inflation Storm?
March 12, 2025  |  Economy

The slight rise in consumer prices, as February’s report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Wednesday (March 12) showed, may just be (relative) calm before...

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Car Buyers Race to Auto Lots Before Tariffs Kick In
Car Buyers Race to Auto Lots Before Tariffs Kick In
March 11, 2025  |  Retail

American car buyers are reportedly speeding up their shopping due to tariff worries. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Who Is the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumer in America?
Who Is the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumer in America?
March 11, 2025  |  Consumer Finance

A six-figure income, a house in a nice neighborhood, two cars in the garage and kids in private schools — yet still feeling panicked when...

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NY Fed: Consumers Feeling Gloomier About Financial Futures
NY Fed: Consumers Feeling Gloomier About Financial Futures
March 11, 2025  |  Consumer Finance

New data shows growing financial pessimism among Americans, the latest sign of shaky consumer confidence. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Diners Haven’t Lost Appetite for Restaurants Despite High Prices
Diners Haven’t Lost Appetite for Restaurants Despite High Prices
March 09, 2025  |  Consumer Insights

By all rights, this should be a season of discontent for the restaurant industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Burlington and Ross Double Down on Value as Consumers Seek Deals
Burlington and Ross Double Down on Value as Consumers Seek Deals
March 07, 2025  |  Earnings

In an era where consumer confidence is being tested by inflation and rising living costs, off-price retailers like Burlington Stores and Ross Stores are doubling...

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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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Late Car Payments Hit Highest Rate in More Than 30 Years
Late Car Payments Hit Highest Rate in More Than 30 Years
March 06, 2025  |  Loans

American consumers are missing monthly car payments at the highest rate since 1994. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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