Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown ...

Retail sales flatlined in December, raising concerns that weaker job growth, inflation, and softer markets could slow consumer spending in 2026.

By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, Jan 22 (Reuters) - U.S. consumer spending increased solidly in November and October as households stepped up purchases of a range of goods and services, likely keeping ...

Pet Food Industry notes that veterinary costs have risen more than 40% since 2020. When a single emergency visit can cost ...

US personal spending rose at a solid pace in November, underscoring consumer resilience at the start of the holiday-shopping season.

The stock market has rallied ever higher in recent years while consumer optimism has plummeted. Economists cite affordability as a key reason.

It was the best rate of December growth since 2022, in line with the long-run average, according to GlobalData research. Even core retail volumes for the month rose by 1.4%, which GlobalData Managing ...

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. consumer spending unexpectedly fell in May as the boost from the pre-emptive buying of goods like motor vehicles ahead of the Trump administration's tariffs faded, while ...

High tariffs, lingering inflation and more trouble finding a job apparently haven’t thrown consumers into a funk. Americans increased spending again in August to help keep the U.S. economy chugging.

Plus500 reports Valentine's Day spending reached $27.5 billion in 2025, reflecting consumer resilience despite inflation, ...

The report by New York-based Traceone examines American consumer spending on food for all 50 states since the start of the pandemic in March 2020.