Market Conditions news and trends

Analysts and Money Managers Divided on Economic Growth Prospects 
Economy // December 20, 2023

As 2024 approaches, analysts are reportedly reassessing their predictions for a U.S. recession that had been anticipated for the past two years.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Consumer Confidence Climbs as Business Conditions and Job Availability Improve
Consumer Insights // December 20, 2023

Consumer confidence surged in December, reaching a level last seen in July.  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...

Report: Farfetch Founder José Neves Aims to Take Company Private 
Economy // November 28, 2023

The founder of online luxury fashion retailer Farfetch, José Neves, reportedly aims to take the company private.  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 Market Softens As Ongoing Unemployment Claims Rise
Economy // November 16, 2023

The “durable” job market economists had been touting all year now seems a bit softer. 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,...

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Brick-and-Mortar Merchants to Take a Hit as Retail Sales Sputter?

November 15, 2023
Seven months of spending at the register… and now comes an interruption. 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 receive marketing communications from […]

Digital Tools Streamline Payments for Budget-Conscious Travelers

October 12, 2023
Despite ongoing economic uncertainty and inflationary pressures, travel saw a significant rise this summer. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Main Street Hospitality SMBs Most Optimistic About the Economy

August 23, 2023
Across the United States, ongoing fears that the economy may still be running too hot remain elevated, with most Main Street small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) fearing the worst. Get...

Inflation Reveals Generational Divide in Restaurant Spending Cuts

January 11, 2023
As economic pressures continue, consumers across demographics are making changes to their restaurant purchasing behaviors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Quick Reads
IMF Warns of Vulnerabilities in the Private Lending Industry

April 27, 2025
A new International Monetary Fund (IMF) report spotlights trouble in the private lending sector. 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 receive marketing […]

Analysts and Money Managers Divided on Economic Growth Prospects 

December 20, 2023
As 2024 approaches, analysts are reportedly reassessing their predictions for a U.S. recession that had been anticipated for the past two years.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Consumer Confidence Climbs as Business Conditions and Job Availability Improve

December 20, 2023
Consumer confidence surged in December, reaching a level last seen in July.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Report: Farfetch Founder José Neves Aims to Take Company Private 

November 28, 2023
The founder of online luxury fashion retailer Farfetch, José Neves, reportedly aims to take the company private.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...