US consumer confidence eased in June amid worries about the economic outlook, but households remained upbeat about the labor market and expected inflation to moderate over the next year. The mixed ...

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WASHINGTON — Consumer sentiment increased in June for the first time in six months, the latest sign that Americans’ views of the economy have improved as inflation has stayed tame and the Trump ...

Staying afloat—never mind growing—in the tightly packed, highly competitive commercial environment that typifies the modern marketplace demands a lot from a business. Chief among the survival skills ...

The survey ends five consecutive months of dampening consumer confidence. Consumer confidence improved more than expected in May, ending a monthslong stretch of worsening consumer attitudes as ...

U.S. consumers were less confident in the economy in December as Americans remain anxious about high prices and the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Consumer sentiment plunged to near-record lows in November as the slowing job market, stubborn inflation and the government shutdown post increasing problems for President Trump. The University of ...

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Wall Street analysts are warning of price hikes and elevated recession risk. Consumer attitudes worsened more than expected in April, casting further gloom over the economy as President Donald Trump’s ...

Consumers’ attitude toward the economy dipped during President Trump’s first month in office, according to the University of Michigan’s monthly consumer survey released Friday. Consumer sentiment fell ...

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Shopping for a new car can feel like a challenge, but Consumer Reports has released its annual list of top 10 cars, trucks, and SUVs to help buyers make informed decisions. Alec ...