Consumer Spending news and trends

25% of Consumers Say Their Cost-Cutting Plans Still Work
Consumer Insights // April 30, 2026

The clearest sign of consumer strain may not be what households are cutting, but how many different ways they are trying to keep up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

49% of Gen Z Say BNPL Shapes Where They Book Travel
BNPL // April 29, 2026

For younger shoppers, buy now, pay later is not just a way to split a purchase. It is often a factor in where they choose to spend in the first place. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Nearly a Third of US Drivers Have Negative Equity on Their Cars
Consumer Finance // April 26, 2026

Buying a car in America has gotten harder for a large portion of drivers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Amazon and Walmart Push AI Deeper Into the Shopping Aisle
Retail // April 23, 2026

Winning in retail has a new goal line: the logic that drives consumer choice itself. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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25% of Consumers Say Their Cost-Cutting Plans Still Work

April 30, 2026
The clearest sign of consumer strain may not be what households are cutting, but how many different ways they are trying to keep up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS […]

49% of Gen Z Say BNPL Shapes Where They Book Travel

April 29, 2026
For younger shoppers, buy now, pay later is not just a way to split a purchase. It is often a factor in where they choose to spend in the first...

Amazon and Walmart Push AI Deeper Into the Shopping Aisle

April 23, 2026
Winning in retail has a new goal line: the logic that drives consumer choice itself. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Synchrony CFO Flags Momentum in Spending and Credit

April 22, 2026
Consumers are continuing to rely on cards as both a spending tool and a way to manage liquidity, and Synchrony’s latest quarter, as announced on Tuesday (April 21), indicates that...

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Nearly a Third of US Drivers Have Negative Equity on Their Cars

April 26, 2026
Buying a car in America has gotten harder for a large portion of drivers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

EU Central Bank Says US Consumers Could Eventually Pay Half the Cost of Tariffs

March 30, 2026
New European Central Bank (ECB) data shows American consumers and importers bearing the brunt of tariffs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Retailers Say Protracted Iran War Will Drive Up Prices

March 26, 2026
Retailers are cautioning that a lengthy war in Iran could mean higher prices in stores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

McDonald’s Plans to Offer $3 Meals as Diners Seek Affordability

March 11, 2026
McDonald’s is reportedly planning to lower the cost of its value meals even further. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...