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Fed Beige Book Finds Tax Refund Relief Running Into Higher Gas Prices

April 15, 2026
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BofA’s Q1 Shows the US Consumer Won’t Flinch, Card Volumes Up 7%
Earnings // April 15, 2026

Bank of America’s first-quarter results, released Wednesday (April 15), show U.S. consumer spending holding steady against macro volatility, with more than $1 trillion in consumer flows moving through the bank’s payments ecosystem during the quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Nearly 4 in 10 Financially Stressed Shoppers Choose Walmart Over Amazon
Consumer Insights // April 14, 2026

At the checkout counter, the biggest shift may not be how much consumers buy, but where they choose to buy it and which payment tools help them stretch each purchase a little further. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Consumers Spend Through the Squeeze as Income Slips
Economy // April 09, 2026

Household spending is still advancing, but income isn’t keeping up anymore. The latest economic data and PYMNTS Intelligence reporting show households continuing to transact and absorb higher prices, but with less support from paychecks and more reliance on financial workarounds that don’t necessarily show up...

Consumers Keep Spending Even as Confidence Wavers
Economy // April 01, 2026

Retail sales in February came in stronger than anticipated, offering a measure of reassurance that consumer activity continues to support the broader economy even as underlying pressures remain unresolved. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Nearly 4 in 10 Financially Stressed Shoppers Choose Walmart Over Amazon

April 14, 2026
At the checkout counter, the biggest shift may not be how much consumers buy, but where they choose to buy it and which payment tools help them stretch each purchase a little further. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no […]

Consumers Spend Through the Squeeze as Income Slips

April 09, 2026
Household spending is still advancing, but income isn’t keeping up anymore. The latest economic data and PYMNTS Intelligence reporting show households continuing to transact and absorb higher prices, but with...

Consumers Keep Spending Even as Confidence Wavers

April 01, 2026
Retail sales in February came in stronger than anticipated, offering a measure of reassurance that consumer activity continues to support the broader economy even as underlying pressures remain unresolved. Get...

50% of Consumers Struggle With Daily Costs as Generations Take Different Paths

March 31, 2026
Americans across age groups are feeling the same economic squeeze, but the way they respond is starting to reveal a sharper generational divide. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Quick Reads
EU Central Bank Says US Consumers Could Eventually Pay Half the Cost of Tariffs

March 30, 2026
New European Central Bank (ECB) data shows American consumers and importers bearing the brunt of tariffs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to […]

Retailers Say Protracted Iran War Will Drive Up Prices

March 26, 2026
Retailers are cautioning that a lengthy war in Iran could mean higher prices in stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

McDonald’s Plans to Offer $3 Meals as Diners Seek Affordability

March 11, 2026
McDonald’s is reportedly planning to lower the cost of its value meals even further. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Kohl’s Amps Up eCommerce as Lower-Income Shoppers Face Pressure

March 10, 2026
Kohl’s turnaround efforts are being challenged by the continued economic pressures facing its core customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...