US consumer spending slows; labor market steadily easing
By Lucia Mutikani (Reuters) -U.S. consumer spending rose moderately in October, while the annual increase in inflation was the smallest
2023-12-01 00:00
Credit card data show drop in Israelis' spending since start of Gaza war -cenbank
By Steven Scheer JERUSALEM Five weeks into Israel's war with Palestinian militant group Hamas, Israelis are spending less
2023-11-14 20:59
US consumer spending beats expectations in September
WASHINGTON U.S. consumer spending increased more than expected in September, keeping it on a higher growth path heading
2023-10-27 20:47
After a summer of Barbenheimer and Beyoncé, can US consumers still afford the holiday season?
Ballpark attendance boomed this summer, Barbenheimer revived the box office and a Renaissance of live performances brought concerts into new Eras.
2023-10-21 17:48
As the holidays approach, shoppers are in a mood to spend -- on their homes and themselves
Spending on the holiday season is expected to rebound to -- and even surpass -- pre-pandemic levels this year for the first time. But, surprisingly, it's not gifts that consumers will be splurging on the most in the runup to Christmas, according to a new report Tuesday from Deloitte.
2023-10-17 12:16
Underlying US inflation pressures subside in August
By Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Underlying U.S. inflation pressures moderated in August, with the annual rise in prices excluding food
2023-09-29 22:20
The Fed's benchmark inflation gauge dipped lower in August
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge showed price increases cooled considerably last month, according to new Commerce Department data released Friday that also showed a slowdown in consumer spending.
2023-09-29 20:45
Consumers are still spending on nice things, if they're on trend
American consumers aren't tired of shopping. They're shopping more prudently, with an eye on getting the best value, sure. But they're also rewarding the stores that are betting big on the right trends at the right time, for the right price.
2023-09-25 20:51
RTÉ director general announces recruitment freeze
All discretionary spending will be stopped in plans to restore confidence in the Irish broadcaster.
2023-09-13 19:57
US Senate races ahead of House on spending bills, aims to avoid gov't shutdown
By Richard Cowan WASHINGTON Top Democrats in the U.S. Senate will look to gain the upper hand over
2023-09-05 18:21
Japan household spending suffers biggest drop in 2-1/2 years; outlook not as gloomy
TOKYO Japanese household spending suffered its biggest drop in nearly 2-1/2 years squeezed by rising prices, although volatility
2023-09-05 09:59
Teachers are digging even deeper to afford classroom necessities
Parents aren't alone in feeling the extra pinch in the wallet this year in paying for back-to-school necessities. Teachers, too, are digging deeper to meet their classroom needs out of pocket.
2023-09-02 20:26