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Increased December Consumer Spending Bodes Well for 2025 Growth
New data shows retail and restaurant spending rose again last month, suggesting consumers unhappy about higher post-pandemic prices are still buying, especially when they can get a good deal.Inc. - 19h -
British retail sales unexpectedly drop in December
Pound falls and gilts rally as investors bet on more interest rate cutsFinancial Times - 4h -
Here's the inflation breakdown for December 2024 — in one chart
The consumer price index, an inflation gauge, rose 2.9% on an annual basis in December 2024 on the back of higher food and energy prices.CNBC - 1d -
Inflation Rose in December, Putting Rate Cuts Into Question
The consumer price index rose 2.9 percent in the last month of the year, the Labor Department reports.Inc. - 1d -
Consumer price growth rose in December, a sign Trump will inherit stubborn inflation as he takes office
Consumer price growth ticked up in December, a sign President-elect Donald Trump will inherit the inflation issues that dogged the Biden administration as he re-takes the White House next week.NBC News - 1d -
Canada’s Trudeau Cautions U.S. Consumers to Consider Harms of Trump’s Tariff Threats
Dismissing the president’s bluster about a 51st state, the departing leader urged Americans to think about the impact of high prices that will accompany new import taxes.Inc. - 3d -
Locals watched in disbelief, then horror, as flames consumed the Pacific Palisades
The largest wildfire to hit Los Angeles this week rapidly tore through homes and communities, whipped by winds that sent embers skyward.NBC News - 6d -
The best tech showcased at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is coming to an end on Saturday. Editor-in-chief of CNET, Adam Auriemma, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the top products of the show ...CBS News - 6d -
As Wildfire Flames Consume Architectural Gems, a Hit to ‘Old California’
The historic ranch house of Will Rogers and an important residence by Ray Kappe were destroyed by the fires, which threaten L.A.’s spectacular design legacy.The New York Times - 6d -
U.S. Employers Add 256,000 Jobs in December
A December gain of 256,000 blew past forecasts, and unemployment fell to 4.2 percent. But markets recoiled as interest rate cuts seemed more distant.The New York Times - 6d -
Here’s where the jobs are for December 2024 – in one chart
December's job report marked another month of stronger-than-expected growth, with gains coming in many different areas of the U.S. economy.CNBC - 6d -
The Most-Downloaded PS5 Games Of December 2024
Sony has shared the most-downloaded PlayStation 5 games of December 2024, and to no one's surprise, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 once again retains its stranglehold on the No. 1 slot. It's simply ...GameSpot - 6d -
December jobs report exceeds expectations
The labor market came in much hotter than expected in the final jobs report of President Biden's administration. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.CBS News - 6d -
Consumer expectations for higher inflation soar in early January
Americans’ expectations for overall inflation over the next year jumped to 3.3% in January from 2.8% in the prior month, according to the University of Michigan’s gauge of consumer sentiment.MarketWatch - 6d -
Constellation Brands’ stock slides as CEO cites ‘uncertainty’ about consumer spending
The parent of the Modelo and Corona beer brands lowered its 2025 outlook, despite third-quarter profit growth.MarketWatch - 6d -
US adds whopping 256K jobs in December
The U.S. added 256,000 jobs and the unemployment rate ticked down to 4.1 percent in December, according to data released Friday by the Labor Department. The December jobs report showed the U.S. ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
December jobs report expected to show hiring slowdown
The December jobs report is set to be released later Friday morning and it's expected to show slowing growth. According to a survey of forecasters by the data firm FactSet, U.S. employers are ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
How car loans became Britain’s latest consumer finance scandal
Hidden commissions to car dealers inflated costs for buyers. The legal fallout could cost banks billions and restrict access to creditFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Chinese consumer prices barely rise as deflationary pressure weighs
Beijing has struggled to stimulate domestic demand in economyFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
China's consumer inflation slows further in December, stoking deflation worries
China's consumer prices in December edged up 0.1% in line with expectations from a year earlier, National Bureau of Statistics showed Thursday, fanning deflation concerns.CNBC - Jan. 9 -
Eaton Fire consumes homes in Altadena, Pasadena
The Eaton Fire has burned more than 10,000 acres in northeast Los Angeles County, forcing about 33,000 residents to flee. It has torched homes and burned houses of worship in the communities of ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
New weather update as fires consume parts of Los Angeles County
Hurricane-force winds are still fanning embers that are spreading wildfires in parts of Los Angeles County. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.CBS News - Jan. 8 -
AI takes center stage at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
CFPB sues Experian over "sham investigations" into consumer complaints
Experian accused of violating Fair Credit Reporting Act by reinserting disputed information back into credit reports.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Nvidia CEO Pitches Robotics, Cars as Growth Areas to Consumer-Electronics Audience
Jensen Huang’s address at CES followed a trading session that sent Nvidia’s value to $3.66 trillion.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7 -
Experian accused of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes
A top watchdog agency for consumer finance has accused the credit rating company Experian of failing to properly investigate consumer disputes. In an announcement Tuesday, the Consumer Financial ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Consumer Electronics Show 2025 underway in Las Vegas
The iconic Consumer Electronics Show is now underway in Las Vegas, showcasing some of the latest trends in technology. Bridget Carey, editor-at-large for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the event.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Consumers could face price rises of 20% in 2025, trade experts warn
Global instability and possibility of Trump administration imposing tariffs may disrupt flow of goods . The price of household staples including food and drink could climb by as much as 20% in 2025 ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Sources: A's keep spending with Rooker extension
Designated hitter Brent Rooker and the Athletics are in agreement on a five-year, $60 million contract extension, sources told ESPN, continuing a winter of uncharacteristic spending with a ...ESPN - Jan. 7 -
UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax
Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last yearFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
December sales provide little cheer for retailers
Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Jim Cramer explores why consumer goods stocks are seeing losses
CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed Monday's market action and gave his take on why a large swath of stocks are notching losses.CNBC - Jan. 6 -
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
LG rolls out new AI services to help consumers with daily tasks
LG kicked off the AI bandwagon today with a new set of AI services to help consumers in their daily tasks at home, in the car and in the office.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
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Some Baseball Teams Won’t Spend Money, and It’s a Problem
Six clubs, including two that made the playoffs last season, have yet to invest in a free agent.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
How hidden credit card fees impact consumers and businesses
The start of 2025 brought an increase in fees from the biggest credit card companies in the U.S. that may have you paying more the next time you swipe a card. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.NBC News - Jan. 4 -
Europe readies for scattergun defence-spend bonanza
Sickly economies and budgetary pressures likely to hit proposals and any increase will be thinly spreadFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Shops offered grottos and wine to combat 'drab' December
Small businesses are offering incentives to entice customers as consumer confidence remains low.BBC News - Jan. 3
