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U. Mich Survey Shows Consumer Sentiment Improves, but Inflation Worries Linger

U. Mich Survey Shows Consumer Sentiment Improves, but Inflation Worries Linger
U. Mich Survey Shows Consumer Sentiment Improves, but Inflation Worries Linger
August 16, 2024  |  Economy

Things may get better over the longer term, but right now things are tough. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Exclusive: Mercado Pago CEO on Building Brazil’s Biggest Digital Bank
Exclusive: Mercado Pago CEO on Building Brazil’s Biggest Digital Bank
August 16, 2024  |  Banking

Most countries measure banking activity in terms of where and how it happens. Hence distinctions such as in-branch, ATMs, online and mobile. But in Latin...

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Why Location Is Personalization’s Superpower for Merchants
Why Location Is Personalization’s Superpower for Merchants
August 16, 2024  |  Connected Economy

In the current business landscape, consumers crave personalized experiences. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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The Hidden Cost of Inefficient Cash Application
The Hidden Cost of Inefficient Cash Application
August 16, 2024  |  Payments Innovation

The key to success for many businesses lies within their finance departments. And the key to success within many finance departments is the embrace of...

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FinTech IPO Index Jumps 5% as Sezzle and Expensify Lead the Upside
FinTech IPO Index Jumps 5% as Sezzle and Expensify Lead the Upside
August 16, 2024  |  Fintech Investments

Earnings powered the FinTech IPO Index 5% higher in a week that was, as has been the case for the last month, dominated by earnings....

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Retail Sales: Consumers Shrug Off Higher Prices and Buy in July
Retail Sales: Consumers Shrug Off Higher Prices and Buy in July
August 15, 2024  |  Economy

The urge to splurge resurged in July as consumers shrugged off inflation and visited on-site retailers to conduct their everyday spending. Get the Full Story...

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Walmart Takes AI to Consumers as Amazon Focuses on B2B
Walmart Takes AI to Consumers as Amazon Focuses on B2B
August 15, 2024  |  Retail

As artificial intelligence continues transforming an array of industries, Walmart and Amazon are competing to harness generative AI to enhance their retail operations and customer...

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4 in 10 Independent Restaurants Use Real-Time Payments
4 in 10 Independent Restaurants Use Real-Time Payments
August 15, 2024  |  Real-Time Payments

The restaurant industry faces financial strain due to inflation and economic downturns, with sales growth projections for 2024 cut to 3.8% from earlier estimates. Get...

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