Could Wobbly Consumer Sentiment and Spending Undercut the Economy?
Consumer surveys show a decline in sentiment as President Donald Trump ramped up tariff talk, while retail sales and consumer spending levels have also decreased.
US Economic Growth Slows in Fourth Quarter
Gross domestic product increased at a 2.3% annualized rate last quarter after accelerating at a 3.1% pace in the ...
Major Retailers Temper Expectations for 2025 as Americans Slow Their Spending
Some retailers are beginning to take a more cautious approach with their financial forecasts as they keep a closer eye on ...
Tariff threats and uncertainty could weigh on consumers, drag down US economy, government report suggests
The reduction in consumer spending — coupled ... it’s punishing us.” The inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve said in ...
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US consumer spending hits lowest rates in four years
WASHINGTON — U.S. consumers cut back sharply on spending last month ... The Fed prefers Friday’s measure to the more widely-known consumer price index, which rose for the fourth straight ...
Growth outlook slows again and 'peace dividend' fades, EBRD says
Weak external demand and the impact of conflicts slowed economic growth again in countries covered by the European Bank for ...
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US economic growth slows in fourth quarter
WASHINGTON — U.S. economic growth slowed ... Upgrades to government spending and exports were partly offset by downward revisions to consumer spending and investment. Nonetheless, consumer ...