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US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending
Final reading before presidential election was shy of expectations, but shows biggest economy is in robust healthBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
DoorDash keeps investing in expansion, as more consumers use platform in third quarter
DoorDash Inc. on Wednesday reported third-quarter results and a fourth-quarter demand outlook that topped expectations, as the company continues to invest in expansion and improving service.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Regulator Sues Singtel's Optus Over Alleged Misconduct Involving Vulnerable Consumers
Australia’s competition watchdog has filed proceedings against Singtel’s subsidiary, Optus Mobile, alleging what it called “unconscionable” conduct in dealings with some consumers.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
Uber shares slide on slowing bookings growth
Forecast for customer spending on ride-hailing app fell slightly short of Wall Street’s estimatesBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts
Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidenceBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
Labour’s home insulation pledge in doubt, say consumer rights groups
Campaigners warn Budget pledge falls far short of manifesto promise to support energy efficiencyWorld - Financial Times - November 1 -
Some consumers say a kratom drink's marketing led to an addiction
Jasmine Adeoye, an account manager based in Austin, Texas, said she became addicted to kratom drink "Feel Free Classic," after she sought an alcohol alternative.Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Move over Black Friday: Consumer interest in 'Travel Tuesday' soars
Search interest for "Travel Tuesday" rose more than 500% over the last two years, according to a report published Thursday by McKinsey & Company.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago -
Why this week is so crucial for American consumers — and it’s not just the election
American consumers are facing a momentous week, with the outcome of two key events set to shape their financial futures.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
How Distributors’ Fees Cost Consumers and Small Food Companies Dearly
A tussle between big food manufacturers, grocery chains, and distributors for narrow profit margins squeezes the small producers caught in the middle.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
Trump's proposed tariffs could raise prices for consumers and slow spending
President-elect Donald Trump has proposed stiff tariffs on imported goods, which could lead to higher prices and softer spending.Business - CNBC - 2 days ago -
Americans are most optimistic about the economy since 2021, consumer sentiment shows
Growing optimism about how the economy will perform in 2025 pushed a survey of consumer sentiment to a seven-month high shortly before the presidential election that saw former President Donald ...Business - MarketWatch - 9 hours ago -
Phillies enter the offseason confident that bulk of roster is good enough to win the World Series
The Philadelphia Phillies’ season of World Series championship expectations ended with a thud against the New York Mets in the NL Division SeriesSports - ABC News - October 15 -
Patrick Mahomes has 'extreme confidence' in current Chiefs group of WRs after team missed out on big trades
The back-to-back Super Bowl MVP feels good about his pass-catching group despite a rocky statistical start to 2024Sports - CBS Sports - October 16 -
Battered but bizarrely upbeat: why even utter defeat hasn’t shaken the Tory party’s confidence | Andy Beckett
The Conservatives believe that they uniquely represent British values – so what need is there to admit the UK is changing? . Why exactly are the Conservatives so upbeat, barely three months after ...World - The Guardian - October 22 -
McDonald's to 'restore confidence' after E. coli outbreak linked to Quarter Pounders, president says
The president of McDonald’s USA said Wednesday that the company can "restore confidence" as it seeks to minimize the damage from an E. coli outbreak linked to the chain’s Quarter Pounders in ...Top stories - NBC News - October 23 -
Bengals' Joe Burrow remains confident despite blowout loss to Eagles, saying 10 wins and playoffs is 'doable'
Burrow still believes in his teamSports - CBS Sports - October 28 -
Dak Prescott 'frustrated' after Cowboys' fourth straight loss to 49ers, confident 2024 'still in our control'
Prescott and Co. fell to 3-4 on the season after losing again to San FranciscoSports - CBS Sports - October 28 -
Can Gerrit Cole send this World Series to L.A.? Here's why Yankees are confident he can
New York is handing the ball -- and its season -- to its ace. And the Yankees wouldn't want it any other way.Sports - ESPN - October 30 -
Listed as questionable, SMU QB Kevin Jennings is confident he will play against Pitt: 'I should be fine'
The SMU quarterback has not yet been cleared medically for contact, but he believes he will be ready to play in a pivotal ACC showdown against undefeated Pitt.Sports - CBS Sports - October 30 -
South Carolina's Dawn Staley explains how she keeps players' confidence high while managing deep roster
Staley isn't worried about the Gamecocks having 'too much depth'Sports - CBS Sports - October 31 -
Top Wall Street analysts are confident about the long-term potential of these 3 stocks
TipRanks' analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Fiserv.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago -
Playoff hopes rekindled and full of confidence, Ole Miss now faces season-defining showdown with Georgia
The Rebels' emphatic 63-31 win at Arkansas awakened the offense ahead of the pivotal matchup vs. the DawgsSports - CBS Sports - 5 days ago -
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto "very confident" Dems will "organize our way to victory" in Nevada
Democratic Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, who is a surrogate for the Harris campaign in Nevada, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that she is "very confident" Democrats will "organize our ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Parents are not confident they can teach kids about investing. Here's how advisors say to get started
Only 22% of parents are "completely confident" in their ability to teach their children the basics of investing, according to a new survey.Business - CNBC - 3 days ago -
Florida gives Billy Napier vote of confidence, putting embattled Gators coach on track to return in 2025
Florda is on the cusp of back-to-back seasons without a bowl appearance for the first time in nearly 40 yearsSports - CBS Sports - Yesterday -
Florida boasts strong young roster, but must improve recruiting after giving Billy Napier vote of confidence
The Gators have stocked some serious talent, but it will dry up quickly without major improvements on the recruiting trailSports - CBS Sports - Yesterday -
Becoming deaf has made me feel insecure. How can I regain my confidence? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
Treat yourself with kindness and compassion, and you may find some comfort in learning from other people’s experiences. Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a problem sent in by a reader ...World - The Guardian - 11 hours ago -
Here’s when consumers might finally stop wincing at higher prices, according to Fed’s Daly
The Fed has recently focused more on stability in the job market. But inflation still weighs heavily on the minds of consumers, the San Francisco Fed President says.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
Sanofi Enters Exclusive Talks With CD&R Over Consumer Business Stake Sale
Sanofi moved ahead with a plan to sell a controlling stake in its consumer-healthcare unit Opella to Clayton Dubilier & Rice, entering exclusive talks for a deal that values the business at $17.4 ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 21 -
Harley-Davidson’s stock falls as motorbike maker lowers guidance to reflect still-pressured consumer
Harley-Davidson’s stock was down Thursday, after the iconic motorbike maker topped estimates for the third quarter despite steep declines in profit and revenue, but lowered its full-year guidance ...Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
These 5 Data Points Can Help Retailers Keep Pace With Shifting Consumer Demands
A consulting firm’s survey finds shoppers expect online and in-store price consistency, increased product availability in shops, and fast and free delivery.Business - Inc. - October 25 -
Elon Musk, Trump allies say his tariff plans could cause short-term pain for consumers
Donald Trump has proposed universal tariffs, which Vice President Kamala Harris attacked, calling the proposal a "Trump sales tax" on American consumers.Business - CNBC - October 30