Target warns February sales were soft, adding to concerns about consumer health
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Consumer confidence plunged in February amid rising economic concerns
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In Pittsburgh, Many Sentiments About Pope’s Health Reflect Concern, Not Closeness
On a recent weekend in this once deeply Catholic city, many expressed worry about Pope Francis, but there was also an air of ambivalence.The New York Times - 2d -
UK ads target Iraq to deter small boat crossings
Angela Eagle says the ads will expose the "dangerous lies" spread by "ruthless criminal gangs".BBC News - 10h -
Health chiefs warn of potential second norovirus wave
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US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening
All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Why this spot-on consumer-confidence measure should concern stock-market bulls
What current consumer-sentiment readings really mean for stocks.MarketWatch - 3d -
Target warns Trump’s tariffs could cut into profits
Big-box US retailer says it expects ‘meaningful year-over-year profit pressure’ in first quarterFinancial Times - 1h -
US consumer confidence plummets in February, biggest monthly decline since 2021
U.S. consumer confidence plummeted in February, the biggest monthly decline in more than four years, a business research group said TuesdayABC News - 6d -
Small Businesses Aren’t the Target of This Week’s Consumer Boycott, but They’re Not Off the Hook
The February 28 ‘economic blackout’ signals growing frustration with the economy.Inc. - 4d
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Trump's Mexico tariffs could raise produce prices in the next few days, Target CEO says
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