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The latest consumer spending data is showing signs of solid U.S. consumer spending, despite higher interest rates and inflation. |
But there's a dichotomy for some shoppers, based on their wealth, my colleague, Bailey Schulz, reports. |
While wage growth has helped boost Americans' purchasing power, economists say there are still pockets of shoppers – especially lower-income renters –who are struggling.. | Pockets of consumers are still feeling the pinch in their budgets despite solid consumer spending numbers. Mario Tama, Getty Images |
We're trying to hang on to the last parts of summer, but retailers already have their sights – and some merchandise displays – set on the holidays. |
In a new survey by Bankrate, 48% of holiday shoppers say they are planning to begin their buying by Halloween. |
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Do you love Pumpkin Spice? I mean, really love it enough to taste test 20 products and get paid $1,000? (Rough deal, huh?) |
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