Affluent consumers sustain economic momentum
A growing divide in American consumer behavior is becoming more evident: a small, affluent fraction of the population is driving...
New Combo Deals Aim to Reverse Declining Foot Traffic
McDonald’s has relaunched its Extra Value Meals to appeal to cost-conscious customers. The fast-food giant confirmed...
Tariffs raise costs, but price hikes stay limited
Major retailers like Walmart, Home Depot, and Coach parent Tapestry have reported steady consumer demand, even as...
July data points to fragile labor market and tariff headwinds
The latest U.S. employment report revealed a stark deceleration in job creation, raising serious questions...
Modest Expansion in Q2 Reflects Ongoing Resilience
The euro zone economy posted a slight 0.1% growth in the second quarter of 2025, outperforming expectations of...