Tag: consumer spending
Inflation stayed sticky before the Iran shock
The latest inflation figures show the Federal Reserve was already facing an uncomfortable backdrop even before the war involving Iran…
Retailers brace for tariff shifts as policy swings return
Supreme Court ruling and new levy reset planning assumptions U.S. retailers are reassessing pricing, sourcing, and forecasts after another change…
Walmart Emerges as Key Choice During Cost Pressures
As many Americans continue to face inflation and elevated prices, Walmart has strengthened its position as a leading destination for…
Fed Report Says Trump Tariffs Driving Prices Higher
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are adding new pressure to inflation as U.S. companies struggle to balance rising import costs with…
Tariffs Push Housing Costs Even Higher
New Levies Hit Home Goods President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on housing-related goods that could make remodeling and decorating…
U.S. Tourism Decline Raises Economic Concerns
Fewer International Visitors The U.S. travel sector is facing a broad downturn as international tourism declines across key markets. Cities…