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Consumers Draw New Spending Lines as Tariff Threats Loom
Consumer Insights // April 15, 2025

As seen in current events such as LVMH’s lackluster revenue picture announced Monday (April 14), which showed a decided pullback in luxury spending due to uncertainty in the economy, consumer spending patterns are changing. But know this: When the economy seems uncertain, consumers still get...

Consumers Change Spending Habits to Ease Monthly Money Squeeze
Consumer Finance // February 03, 2025

In the face of escalating living costs, it’s immediate survival or bust for many Americans. 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,...

Consumer Spending Lifts Q3 GDP, but Savings Rates Are Pressured
Economy // December 19, 2024

In the latest and final revision of how the economy fared in the third quarter — through the growth in gross domestic product — the headline is that growth was healthy. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Latest GDP Data Indicates Continuing Pressures on Disposable Income
Economy // November 27, 2024

The Bureau of Economic Analysis confirmed Wednesday (Nov. 27) that third-quarter GDP grew at a 2.8% rate, unchanged from a previous estimate. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Why $75K Feels Broke in 2025

September 01, 2025
On paper, earning $75,000 to $100,000 a year should place a household squarely in the American middle class. 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 […]

Consumers Draw New Spending Lines as Tariff Threats Loom

April 15, 2025
As seen in current events such as LVMH’s lackluster revenue picture announced Monday (April 14), which showed a decided pullback in luxury spending due to uncertainty in the economy, consumer...

Consumers Change Spending Habits to Ease Monthly Money Squeeze

February 03, 2025
In the face of escalating living costs, it’s immediate survival or bust for many Americans. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Latest GDP Data Indicates Continuing Pressures on Disposable Income

November 27, 2024
The Bureau of Economic Analysis confirmed Wednesday (Nov. 27) that third-quarter GDP grew at a 2.8% rate, unchanged from a previous estimate. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...