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Will Weak Consumer Sentiment Hurt Spending Despite Lower Inflation Expectations?
Will Weak Consumer Sentiment Hurt Spending Despite Lower Inflation Expectations?
September 15, 2023  |  Economy

Consumers, looking ahead, think inflation’s growth rate will moderate. But their outlook about the economy right now, and where it’s headed, is muted. To that...

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As Real Incomes Fall, Student Loans and Everyday Spend Pressure Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy
As Real Incomes Fall, Student Loans and Everyday Spend Pressure Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy
September 14, 2023  |  Economy

Real incomes are falling, and for the paycheck-to-paycheck economy, the struggle to meet monthly obligations will continue to be a challenge at best — and...

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Nearly 30% of High Earners Cite Nonessential Spending as Reason for Paycheck-to-Paycheck Lifestyle
Nearly 30% of High Earners Cite Nonessential Spending as Reason for Paycheck-to-Paycheck Lifestyle
September 14, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

Living paycheck to paycheck is a harsh reality for millions of individuals in the U.S., and nonessential spending plays a key role in adding to...

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Can Prize-Linked Savings Accounts Help Consumers Play Their Way to Prosperity?
Can Prize-Linked Savings Accounts Help Consumers Play Their Way to Prosperity?
September 13, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

In light of today’s challenging macro environment, Americans’ savings accounts may need some saving themselves. Inflation is top of mind for increasingly embattled consumers, with...

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Disney Leverages Restaurants to Draw Consumers Back to Parks
Disney Leverages Restaurants to Draw Consumers Back to Parks
September 06, 2023  |  ResTech

In an effort to combat the challenges that economic pressures have posed for Disney’s U.S. resorts, the media giant is looking to its restaurant offerings...

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Affordable Luxury Sales Gets Caught in Middle-Tier Crunch
Affordable Luxury Sales Gets Caught in Middle-Tier Crunch
September 03, 2023  |  Retail

Some brands continue to seek market share for shoppers seeking lower-priced luxury, even as competitive sales slow.  After decades of defining themselves through exclusivity and personalized services...

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Even Financially Struggling Consumers Continue to Dine Out 
Even Financially Struggling Consumers Continue to Dine Out 
August 31, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Rising menu prices and overall economic pressures may continue to weigh heavy on consumers, but even those who have difficulty getting by are still willing...

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Budgets May Be Tight but Two-Thirds of Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumers Continue to Splurge
Budgets May Be Tight but Two-Thirds of Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumers Continue to Splurge
August 30, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

Inflationary pressures have yet to abate fully, making it necessary for many United States consumers to adjust their lifestyles to live within their means. Even...

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Paycheck-to-Paycheck Pressures Remain as Fed Signals Higher Rates, Consumer Sentiment Slips
Paycheck-to-Paycheck Pressures Remain as Fed Signals Higher Rates, Consumer Sentiment Slips
August 25, 2023  |  Personal Finance

Higher rates. A bit more muted consumer sentiment. The paycheck-to-paycheck pressures continue. On Friday (Aug. 25), the final reading of the University of Michigan’s survey on consumer...

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