Last week was one of good news and ominous news for U.S. retailers. The good: They were able to present better-than-anticipated earnings as shoppers continued...
A tough economy hits hardest for those with lower incomes and poor to no credit, which is where rent-to-own and lease-to-own can be a lifesaver...
The wave of layoffs announced by employers last month was the highest since 2020. U.S. based companies cut 102,943 jobs in January, a 136% increase...
Consumer confidence dipped in January after rising in December, according to The Conference Board. The not-for-profit think tank said in a Tuesday (Jan. 31) press...
Smartphone sales fell worldwide last year as consumers grew more cautious in their spending. That’s according to a recent report by market research firm IDC, which...
Discount retailers are set to see high traffic this year as consumers worry about rising costs. That’s according to a new report from foot traffic-tracking...
CEOs are worried about a recession and expect 2023 to offer little economic growth. That’s according to a recent survey by the Conference Board, which...
With more than 250 companies set to report earnings this week, analysts and economists are on high alert for anything that signals a recession. This,...
Main Street SMBs can take a breather, having shown resilience during a year threatened by recession. The holiday season is winding down; the major gift-giving...