Consumer sentiment ticks up, still much lower than before pandemic
Newly released consumer sentiment data showed Americans are feeling better about the economy.
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Stories tagged with: consumer
U.S. Chamber: Biden-Harris policies will increase consumer costs even more
The economy and 40-year-high inflationary costs remain a top issue among voters and are expected to be a central topic at Tuesday night’s presidential debate between Vice President... Read More.
With growing consumer debt, credit card companies make billions more off swipe fees
Americans have accumulated $1.14 trillion in credit card debt, according to Lending Tree. That's up from about $890 billion in 2020, a 57.3% increase over... Read More.
Everyday Economics: Inflation expected to ease further as consumer spending slows
Signs of weakness are showing up everywhere.
Both the manufacturing and services sectors... Read More.
Consumer confidence decreases in June
American consumers’ confidence decreased in June, according to newly released economic data.
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Rubio, consumer advocate want Chinese online retailers investigated
Lawmakers and consumer advocates are calling for a federal investigation into online Chinese retailers Shein and Temu.
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Supreme Court saves Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Supreme Court saved the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Thursday in a 7-2 vote upholding the constitutionality of the agency's funding mechanism.
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Consumer prices tick up as inflation remains elevated
Consumer prices are still on the rise, according to newly released federal inflation data.
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Republicans push energy-bill package for the consumer
(The Center Square) — Gov. Josh Shapiro touts his energy plan to boost renewable sources and institute a Pennsylvania carbon tax — and Republicans warn against embracing such... Read More.
Business groups oppose Hochuls consumer protection changes
(The Center Square) — A coalition of businesses is calling on New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to ditch proposed changes to the state's consumer protection laws, which they... Read More.
‘Unusually high’ inflation: Consumer costs rose again in February
Consumer prices jumped again in February, in part driven by a significant rise in gasoline prices, according to newly released federal inflation data.
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NY Consumer Protection Offers Online Safety Tips at Start of New School Year
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection (DCP) is advising parents, guardians and caregivers to review their online settings during this new school year. Whether your children are going to school in-person, virtually or following a hybrid schedule, the start of a new... Read More.
