Economy news and trends

OppFi Eyes Gas Prices as Revenues Hit New High
Earnings // March 11, 2026

OppFi is keeping an eye on the gas pump as it enjoys record revenues. 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....

McDonald’s Plans to Offer $3 Meals as Diners Seek Affordability
Restaurant innovation // 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 all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Inflation Cooled but Essentials Tightened Their Grip
Consumer Finance // March 11, 2026

Inflation in the United States appears contained for the moment, yet the latest reading suggests consumers may be navigating a calm that could prove temporary. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Fed Says Americans Hold Dim View of Future Job Prospects
Economy // March 09, 2026

Americans’ expectations about their ability to switch jobs is at an all-time low. 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....

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Inflation Cooled but Essentials Tightened Their Grip

March 11, 2026
Inflation in the United States appears contained for the moment, yet the latest reading suggests consumers may be navigating a calm that could prove temporary. 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, […]

Job Losses Set to Test Consumer Confidence and Spending

March 06, 2026
The latest labor market figures delivered an unexpected turn, with payrolls shrinking in February and the unemployment rate ticking higher, raising new questions about whether consumer confidence and spending power...

FinTechs Target Budget Stress to Meet Affordability Crisis

March 04, 2026
There’s an affordability crisis rocking households in the United States. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Why Income Gains Don’t Always Boost Spending

March 03, 2026
As the PYMNTS audience saw in Monday’s newsletter (March 2) there’s some wisdom to be gleaned from crowds. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Quick Reads
Target Accelerates Growth Plan With Price Cuts

March 13, 2026
Target will begin lowering prices on 3,000 items this month in its latest move to support the company’s long-term, sustainable growth. 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 […]

OppFi Eyes Gas Prices as Revenues Hit New High

March 11, 2026
OppFi is keeping an eye on the gas pump as it enjoys record revenues. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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...

Fed Says Americans Hold Dim View of Future Job Prospects

March 09, 2026
Americans’ expectations about their ability to switch jobs is at an all-time low. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...