Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown.

Consumers' confidence in the future of the economy fell to its lowest level in more than a decade in January, but some parts of the population are still spending like there's nothing to fear.

Wall Street held US equities near record levels on Tuesday after a softer retail sales report strengthened expectations that ...

Consumer spending rose again in September, likely foreshadowing data showing a robust pace of economic growth in the third quarter when the long-delayed report is released a few days before Christmas.

WASHINGTON — U.S. consumer spending increased solidly in November and October, likely keeping the economy on track for a third straight quarter of strong growth. Consumer spending, which accounts for ...

Real consumer spending growth is expected to decline to about 1.5% in 2026, though it will remain the backbone of the U.S. economy, according to a Tuesday report from Moody’s Ratings. More cautious ...

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 10: A shopper carries bags through the Oxford Street financial district on May 10, 2024 in London, England. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that the UK's gross ...

Markets are now pricing in at least three rate cuts this year, boosting bullion sentiment. Analysts noted that COMEX gold remains in a broader uptrend despite recent corrections, while silver ...

Plus500 reports Valentine's Day spending reached $27.5 billion in 2025, reflecting consumer resilience despite inflation, ...

(CNN) — Consumers continued to ramp up their spending as the holiday shopping season kicked into high gear in November, but inflation continued to bite, new data showed Thursday. A shutdown-delayed ...