What's the disconnect between consumers saying they are worried about the economy but holiday spending was at record highs?

Middle-income households are feeling financially stressed and negative about their financial outlook, and many are cutting ...

The U.S. economic outlook has become more cloudy, however. Trump has promised to cut taxes and ease regulations on business, ...

Top five factors influencing consumer spending - sustainability, ultra-processed foods (UPF), habits, trends, affordability.

The share of respondents to the Conference Board’s latest survey who said they plan to purchase “big-ticket” items in the ...

Some signs of a consumer spending slowdown emerged last month, potentially signaling tighter financial conditions for U.S.

American Express’s spenders were busy at the end of last year, even spending more on first-class air travel. Can they really keep flying high?

but if they are pessimistic then their spending patterns could lead to an economic slowdown or recession. The Consumer Confidence Index survey measures consumer attitudes and confidence regarding ...

Consumer spending on in-app purchases and subscriptions for their smartphones grew to $150 billion globally in 2024, a 13% year-over-year increase, per Sensor Tower’s latest State of Mobile report.

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is used as a chief barometer of inflation. But what is it and how is it calculated? CNBC Select explains below and recommends some cards that could help put money ...

Demand for generative AI help drive consumer spending on apps to $150 billion globally in 2024, up 13% from the prior year. According to an annual “State of Mobile” report from app ...

In fact, one survey found that 86% of BFCM shoppers ... The answer was a resounding yes … kind of. While online consumer spending during the entire holiday season increased 8.7% (indicating ...