retail spending

Revolving Credit Drops 12% in November as Consumers Trim Balances
Revolving Credit Drops 12% in November as Consumers Trim Balances
January 08, 2025  |  Consumer Finance

November’s stats from the Federal Reserve on consumer credit — known as the G.19 report — show a reversal from recent months, where households kept...

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The Year in Amazon vs Walmart, and a Look Into 2025
The Year in Amazon vs Walmart, and a Look Into 2025
December 27, 2024  |  Retail

As 2024 comes to a close, the retail sector remains defined by the intense rivalry between Amazon and Walmart. Over the course of the year,...

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Seasonal Jobs Shift to Fulfillment Centers as Consumers Shop Online
Seasonal Jobs Shift to Fulfillment Centers as Consumers Shop Online
December 24, 2024  |  Retail

Seasonal jobs are reportedly shifting from retail stores to eCommerce fulfillment centers as businesses respond to consumers’ changing holiday shopping habits. Get the Full Story...

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Walmart’s Gains in Premium Market Shake Up Holiday Sales
Walmart’s Gains in Premium Market Shake Up Holiday Sales
December 06, 2024  |  Retail

Following a strong Black Friday and Cyber Monday, both Walmart and Amazon reported record-breaking sales, with their platforms seeing growth from third-party sellers. Get the...

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Discount Retailers, Dollar Stores May Show Both Consumer Spending and Pulling Back
Discount Retailers, Dollar Stores May Show Both Consumer Spending and Pulling Back
December 02, 2024  |  Retail

The paycheck-to-paycheck retail economy is a mixed bag these days, with both opportunities and challenges. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Best Buy Revenues Dip as Consumers Await ‘Deals and Sales’
Best Buy Revenues Dip as Consumers Await ‘Deals and Sales’
November 26, 2024  |  Retail

Best Buy says cautious, deal-chasing consumers and the presidential election kept quarterly sales muted. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Report: Trump Tariffs Could Cost Consumers $78 Billion Per Year
Report: Trump Tariffs Could Cost Consumers $78 Billion Per Year
November 24, 2024  |  Economy

Recent research shows that President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff proposals could cost American consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Credit Card Delinquencies Crept Up in September Amid Renewed Spending
Credit Card Delinquencies Crept Up in September Amid Renewed Spending
October 27, 2024  |  Credit Cards

Consumers spent with confidence last month as retail sales climbed. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Halloween Has Retailers Scared as Consumers Trade Down
Halloween Has Retailers Scared as Consumers Trade Down
October 13, 2024  |  Retail

For American retailers, Halloween 2024 could end up being more trick than treat. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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