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Investors are focusing on upcoming July inflation data and AI infrastructure developments to gauge the potential for a September interest rate shift.
McDonald's faces slowing U.S. sales growth as budget-conscious consumers retrench ahead of the company's Q2 2026 earnings report.
Albertsons shares drop sharply after cutting annual forecasts due to cautious consumer grocery spending.
Coverage explores how Americans continue spending beyond necessities despite persistent inflation and lingering price pressures.
U.S. retail sales saw a modest 0.2% increase in June, falling short of expectations as gasoline prices and tax refund effects shifted.
U.S. grocery unit sales fell 1.8% in June, signaling a deepening consumer slowdown that is putting pressure on major food companies like PepsiCo.
The rise of 'funflation' is making home-based entertainment more expensive, challenging the traditional cost-saving benefit of staying in.
Major U.S. banks are poised to kick off Q2 earnings season with expectations of strong profits driven by consumer spending and high-profile financial activity.
PepsiCo reports a decline in North American snack and soda sales as economic pressures influence consumer spending habits.
The cost of hosting a Fourth of July barbecue in New York City has surged by 31%, reaching nearly $300 for an average gathering.
May PCE inflation climbs above 4%, reviving talk of a Fed rate hike
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China’s May retail sales slipped 0.6% YoY, marking the first decline in over three years and signaling a fresh slowdown.