inflation

JPMorgan CEO: Inflation Battle Isn’t Over Yet
JPMorgan CEO: Inflation Battle Isn’t Over Yet
November 15, 2023  |  Economy

The head of America’s biggest bank says it’s too soon to declare victory against inflation. “I’m afraid inflation might not go away that quickly,” JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon told Bloomberg...

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Inflation May Be Slowing, but Tell That to Consumers Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Inflation May Be Slowing, but Tell That to Consumers Living Paycheck to Paycheck
November 14, 2023  |  Economy

Inflation, overall, is scaling back from a formerly torrid pace as prices at the pump recede. But the fact remains that everyday essentials — namely...

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No Shame in the Game: Why Consumers Are Proudly Flaunting Dupes
No Shame in the Game: Why Consumers Are Proudly Flaunting Dupes
November 14, 2023  |  Retail

“Dupe, private label, call it what you want, consumers want more,” PYMNTS said in March, and that’s a sentiment that lives on. This is because...

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Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
Grocery Shoppers Continue to Trade Down Despite Inflation Relief
November 13, 2023  |  Economy

In times of economic uncertainty and persistent inflation, consumers tend to stretch their budgets to the maximum, especially in essential categories like groceries. To do...

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34% of Consumers Say the Pressure to Tip Is Out of Control
34% of Consumers Say the Pressure to Tip Is Out of Control
November 13, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

Imagine being at the checkout, set to pay for a snack you’ve just grabbed. Suddenly, the digital screen of the point-of-sale system lights up, suggesting...

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Lower Income Consumers Feel the Pressure of Weaker Labor Market
Lower Income Consumers Feel the Pressure of Weaker Labor Market
November 13, 2023  |  Economy

After two years of persistent inflation levels above wages, the economy of U.S. households is beginning to show signs of weakness, leaving consumers struggling to...

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Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
Can Plummeting Turkey Prices Fatten up Sales for Thanksgiving Brands?
November 11, 2023  |  Economy

If you’re gearing up for a festive feast, you’ll be thankful to hear that wholesale prices of whole frozen turkeys are taking a dip, bringing...

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Nearly 35% of Hotel Guests Prompted to Tip Amid Shifting Gratuity Norms
Nearly 35% of Hotel Guests Prompted to Tip Amid Shifting Gratuity Norms
November 10, 2023  |  Consumer Payments

Inflation has emerged as a significant force in the economy, impacting consumers’ purchasing power and influencing various aspects of their daily interactions. One area where...

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Sentiment Sours as Consumers See Inflation Rising for Years to Come
Sentiment Sours as Consumers See Inflation Rising for Years to Come
November 10, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Consumers’ expectations on the economy — and particularly inflation — continue to sour. And they seem to be girding for price pressures to be firmly...

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