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Trump tariffs will mean higher prices for consumers, retailers say
Retailers including Best Buy and Target are warning that Trump administration tariffs will force them to hike their prices.CBS News - 20h -
Is the Future of the Creator Economy Direct-to-Consumer?
Confusion surrounding the TikTok ban last month has pushed creators to seek more stable ways to earn.Inc. - Feb. 21 -
Trump tariff threats rattle consumers
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumer confidence dips in Trump’s first month A new survey found that ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Consumers turn to renting chickens as egg prices soar
As the bird flu outbreak impacts egg shortages and prices, some people are turning to renting or buying backyard chickens.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Consumer confidence plummets in largest drop since 2021
A gauge of consumer confidence registered its largest monthly drop since 2021.ABC News - Feb. 25 -
New consumer confidence index data drops sharply
New data from the consumer confidence index shows a concerning drop in economic outlook among Americans. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Consumer confidence has biggest drop since 2021
U.S. consumer confidence plummeted in February, the biggest monthly decline in more than four years. Kelly O'Grady explains.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Trump’s tariffs spook consumers weary of inflation
The high spirits that greeted the US president’s election triumph in November have fadedFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Chipotle praised for ‘quality and size’ as it faces a ‘choppier’ consumer
Chipotle Mexican Grill’s stock rose Monday after the restaurant chain picked up a fresh upgrade from Morgan Stanley and the company’s chief executive reiterated comments about managing the impact ...MarketWatch - 3d -
The U.S. dollar is sending an alarming signal to investors and consumers
Global stocks struggled on Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s latest batch of tariffs took effect, targeting Canada, Mexico and China. But even more troubling, according to some, was the reaction ...MarketWatch - 2d -
Walmart shares drop as retailer says profit growth will slow
Walmart has factors that could work in its favor, including a growing online business and market share gains from higher-income shoppers.CNBC - Feb. 20 -
How to close loopholes on Chinese e-commerce and boost US retailers
A well-calibrated approach — one that prevents Shein and Temu from exploiting loopholes while incentivizing compliance and supporting vetted sellers on U.S. platforms — would best serve the United ...The Hill - Feb. 22 -
Joann, 80-Year-Old Crafts and Fabrics Retailer, Will Close All Stores
The announcement that the chain would close all 800 of its stores in 49 states comes after a period of financial turmoil.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
Smaller In-Store Stock Selection Dampens Retail Customer Satisfaction
Smaller retail footprints and shrunken inventories to adjust to surging online sales leave many stores understocked, often disappointing shoppers.Inc. - Feb. 25 -
How New York’s Plan for Reparations Became a Debt Trap for Marijuana Retailers
New York persisted with a plan to build flagship dispensaries for people the state once prosecuted for weed offenses, even as it failed to meet its goals.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
Costco gold: Everything to know about buying the metal at the retail chain
Costco offers physical gold bars and coins, but weigh the pros and cons before buying from the retailer.CBS News - 6d -
What to know about Friday's economic blackout planned against retailers
An economic blackout has been planned for Friday. The movement calls on consumers to avoid all unnecessary spending, especially at major retailers. The boycott aims to call attention to higher ...CBS News - 6d -
Why foreign retailers like Primark and Mango are expanding across the U.S.
Apparel retailers from Primark to Mango and Aritzia are expanding across the U.S., and not just along the coasts.CNBC - 2d -
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Toss Securities: Democratizing Global Retail Investing to All Investors
Toss Securities, a fast-growing South Korean investment platform, is transforming digital retail investing with a user-focused, data-driven approach. By leveraging technology, it empowers retail ...CBS News - 8h -
Macy’s Signals Rocky Year Ahead as Retailers Reckon With Trade War
The largest department store chain in the United States, like many other retailers, have recently warned that shoppers may be more cautious in the months ahead.The New York Times - 2h -
AMD Radeon 9070 GPUs Have Arrived, But Retailers Are Selling Out Fast
The highly anticipated AMD Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT graphics cards are now available--if you can find one in stock. Much like Nvidia's new 50-Series GPUs , the Radeon 9070 is selling out fast ...GameSpot - 1h -
Some Retailers Publicly Scrap DEI Initiatives as They Quietly Support Others
In a charged political atmosphere, where the term DEI has become almost derogatory to some, several companies continue aspects of earlier programs.Inc. - 1h -
Consumer sentiment sours as worries grow over outlook for U.S. economy
Confidence dropped 10% from January to the lowest level since late 2023.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
U.S. Consumers Are Increasingly Worried About Trump’s Tariff Plans
The Consumer Sentiment Index hit its lowest reading since November 2023.Inc. - Feb. 21 -
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 -
Could Elon Musk benefit from DOGE cuts at consumer protection watchdog?
Earlier this month, President Trump fired Rohit Chopra, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Lesley Stahl has more on the agency and the Trump administration's attempts to ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
As consumer delinquencies rise, U.S. economic growth increasingly powered by the wealthy
Most official data continues to show the U.S. economy is humming along, with unemployment historically low and inflation expectations still relatively stable.NBC News - Feb. 22 -
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 - Feb. 25 -
Consumer confidence plunged in February amid rising economic concerns
Sharp drop in closely watched consumer sentiment gauge marks the biggest monthly decline in confidence in more than four years.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Trump administration lawyers deny plans to dismantle consumer watchdog
The Trump administration denied allegations Monday that it aims to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Government lawyers said in a new court filing that the consumer ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
US stocks fall as consumer confidence sinks most in four years
Oil prices drop while government bonds climb on worries Donald Trump’s tariffs will hit economyFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA Data
New records show that the F.B.I. identified Bryan Kohberger as a potential murder suspect after tapping consumer databases that were supposed to be off limits.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Americans are worried about the economy, Consumer Confidence Index finds
Americans are more worried now about the economy, according to a new report. The Consumer Confidence Index fell more than seven points this month, the largest monthly decline in nearly four years. ...CBS News - Feb. 26 -
Trump plan to freeze funding stymies Biden-era energy rebates for consumers
Some states have paused their Home Energy Rebate programs, created by the Inflation Reduction Act, amid a federal funding freeze.CNBC - Feb. 26 -
‘I told him to stop’: the elite restaurant culture that consumed me
To enter a four-star dining room like Jean-Georges is to enter a world of perfection. But in dark corners hidden from guests is its cruel and seedy underbelly. I was working at Jean-Georges, the ...The Guardian - Feb. 27 -
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. - 6d -
Why Consumers Are Cutting Back on Shopping and Embracing ‘No Buy 2025’
Marketers followed consumers to social media and their phones. “Low Buy 2025” influencers are sharing tips for how to resist them.The New York Times - 6d -
Why this spot-on consumer-confidence measure should concern stock-market bulls
What current consumer-sentiment readings really mean for stocks.MarketWatch - 5d
