Consumer sentiment rose to 54 in the University of Michigan's latest survey, exceeding economists' expectations despite ...
The "new high" media reports, the Fed's lower interest rate, and AI speculation have supported investor optimism so far. However, the key support of the economy is consumer spending, and consumers are ...
Investors are keeping an eye on consumer spending amid tariff concerns. The U.S. stock market's consumer sectors remain "unfavorable" amid ongoing concern over how tariffs may change shopping behavior ...
Despite clear deterioration in the jobs markets and a housing sector that continues to struggle, the major indexes remain near all-time highs. Hopes for soon-coming reductions in the Fed Funds rate ...
Simply growing revenues and cash flow is not enough. Founders must adapt their capital and funding strategies in real time to ...
U.S. consumer sentiment toward the housing market improved in May and reached its highest level since November 2024, according to Fannie Mae. Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) rose 4.3 ...
Companies within the Zacks Consumer Products – Staples industry are navigating a challenging consumer landscape. Elevated living costs are straining household budgets, leading to cautious spending ...
The Consumer Products – Staples is operating in a difficult demand environment, as companies navigate a macro landscape where household budgets remain stretched and purchasing decisions are ...