Consumer Spending

Fed’s Beige Book Cites Weak Discretionary Spending
Fed’s Beige Book Cites Weak Discretionary Spending
April 17, 2024  |  Economy

Eight times each year the Fed publishes what’s known as the Beige Book — a qualitative take from each of the 12 federal bank districts....

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Tired of Cutbacks, Shoppers Demand Affordable Luxuries From Mass-Market Retailers
Tired of Cutbacks, Shoppers Demand Affordable Luxuries From Mass-Market Retailers
April 17, 2024  |  Retail

After years of being conservative in their spending in response to ongoing economic challenges, shoppers are looking for ways that they can feel more indulgent...

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Klarna Credit Card to Roll Out in US Within Months
Klarna Credit Card to Roll Out in US Within Months
April 17, 2024  |  Payment Methods

Klarna has opened its waitlist for the new Klarna Card to all U.S. consumers and said the credit card will roll out over the next few months....

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US Bancorp Card Net Charge-Off Rate Hits 4.2%
US Bancorp Card Net Charge-Off Rate Hits 4.2%
April 17, 2024  |  Earnings

U.S. Bancorp said in its latest earnings report that consumers are continuing to boost their credit card loans – and though charge-offs have increased, credit...

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Shoppers Strain Under Burden of Ongoing CPG Price Hikes
Shoppers Strain Under Burden of Ongoing CPG Price Hikes
April 16, 2024  |  Retail

As leading consumer-packaged goods (CPG) brands continue to raise their prices slowly but persistently, shoppers who are on the fence are looking for more affordable...

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Consumers Say Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Was Stronger Than Walmart+ Week
Consumers Say Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Was Stronger Than Walmart+ Week
April 16, 2024  |  Retail

Last month, Amazon introduced its first-ever Annual Big Spring Sale. Whereas Amazon’s Prime Days events are designed to woo Amazon subscribers into filling their shopping...

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Deal-Seeking eGrocery Customers Prioritize Brand Recognition Over Loyalty
Deal-Seeking eGrocery Customers Prioritize Brand Recognition Over Loyalty
April 16, 2024  |  Retail

When looking for deals online, grocery shoppers want the reassurance of buying from familiar, trusted companies, but they may be willing to sacrifice their loyalty...

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US Retail Inventories Climb in February
US Retail Inventories Climb in February
April 15, 2024  |  Retail

Retail inventories climbed in February after being flat the prior month. According to the Commerce Department’s Monthly Retail Trade and Food Services report released Monday (April...

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March Retail Sales Wrap Solid First Quarter for Consumer Spending
March Retail Sales Wrap Solid First Quarter for Consumer Spending
April 15, 2024  |  Economy

The old adage goes, “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.” However, for consumer spending, it looks like March came...

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