Consumer Spending

Federal Reserve Reports ‘Slight or Modest Growth’ in Economic Activity
Federal Reserve Reports ‘Slight or Modest Growth’ in Economic Activity
May 29, 2024  |  Economy

Economic activity in the United States expanded from early April to mid-May, though it varied in different industries and Federal Reserve districts. While 10 of...

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20% of Financially Unstable Consumers Cite Discretionary Spending as Reason
20% of Financially Unstable Consumers Cite Discretionary Spending as Reason
May 29, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

Nonessential spending is far from the No. 1 reason that consumers struggle with financial instability, but for a significant share of those living paycheck to...

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Dick’s Sporting Goods: Shoppers Demand More Experiential Stores
Dick’s Sporting Goods: Shoppers Demand More Experiential Stores
May 29, 2024  |  Retail

With eCommerce meeting shoppers’ demand for convenience, consumers increasingly expect more from the physical store experience like immersive, engaging offerings. Athletic retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods...

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New Data: Card-Linked Offers Improve Relevance and Value
New Data: Card-Linked Offers Improve Relevance and Value
May 29, 2024  |  Loyalty & Rewards

Consumers who use card-linked shopping offers, which provide special savings or rewards attached to a merchant or product, return for more — most do. But...

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Shoppers’ Demand for Affordability Shapes Target’s Summer Strategy
Shoppers’ Demand for Affordability Shapes Target’s Summer Strategy
May 28, 2024  |  Retail

As consumers’ shopping behavior continues to be highly motivated by prices, Target is tailoring its summer assortment to these deal seekers’ interests. The retail announced...

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Spending Management Is Top of Mind for ‘Zillennial’ Shoppers
Spending Management Is Top of Mind for ‘Zillennial’ Shoppers
May 28, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

For zillennials — the bridge generation between millennials and Generation Z, born between 1991 and 1999 — budgeting is a key priority when making decisions...

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Consumer Confidence Climbs Despite Grocery Costs Pressuring Americans
Consumer Confidence Climbs Despite Grocery Costs Pressuring Americans
May 28, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

Consumer confidence crept up in May, as grocery and job worries continue to weigh on Americans. That’s according to the latest installment of the Conference...

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Mall of America Exec Says Consumers Balance Shopping and Experiences
Mall of America Exec Says Consumers Balance Shopping and Experiences
May 28, 2024  |  Retail

As convenience-seeking shoppers make more of their purchases online, malls are adapting to focus more on on-site, immersive experiences rather than just on the quality...

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Spreedly President: Companies Need to Pivot to Match Consumer Spending Trends
Spreedly President: Companies Need to Pivot to Match Consumer Spending Trends
May 28, 2024  |  Payments Innovation

With economic headwinds picking up, consumer spending behavior is poised to shift as households tighten their belts in some categories and economists try to make...

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