Consumer Confidence Takes a Dive Following Budget Crisis
New York—The political stalemate that resulted in a U.S. government shutdown and a near default has had an impact far beyond the halls of Congress. In its first report since Congress finally agreed—at...
View ArticleHoliday Warning? Consumer Confidence Dips Again
New York—This time you can’t just chalk it off to the U.S. government shutdown and Congress’ shenanigans. The consumer confidence index once again has fallen for November. According to figures provided...
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New York—It’s the day that retailers and bargain hunters have been waiting for: Black Friday. Early reports indicate that traffic apparently is up at many retailers. How much of that is due to Black...
View Article2014 Retail Forecast: Consumer Confidence Climbs, as Does Online Spending
San Francisco—Shoppers will continue to be cautious in their spending in 2014, and they expect to make more money, save more money and afford the things they need, according to an analysis by...
View ArticleCommerce Dept: Retail Sales Increase by Most in Four Months
Washington–U.S. retail sales rose broadly in August and consumer sentiment hit a 14-month high in September, supporting expectations for sturdy economic growth in the third quarter, economist said....
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