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Retailers report another strong sales month
Oct 15, 2012
U.S. retail sales rose 1.1 percent in September with Americans spending more on cars, electronics and gas.
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Consumer spending grows at fastest pace in five months
Aug 30, 2012
The government said this morning that consumer spending grew 0.4 percent last month.
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Which US cities spoil their children: are we spending too much on our kids?
Aug 30, 2012
NYC, you are the worst offender. In Wisconsin, on the other hand, kids apparently get by in hand-me-downs, playing with discarded pieces of string.
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Consumer spending up 0.8% in February
Mar 30, 2012
Consumer spending was the big surprise of the morning. The government said Americans spent 0.8 percent more in February.
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What to fear more: Inflation vs. deflation
Jan 30, 2012
The news that Americans are saving more is a mixed blessing, and could also increase our risk of deflation.
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Thrift is in
Jan 30, 2012
People are still trying to save more.
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Week in review: Consumers are spending again!
Jan 13, 2012
The numbers are in and -- economic downturn or not -- 2011 was the best retail sales year ever! So what's behind that surprising data?
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Embrace your inner spender
Dec 23, 2011
Tess speaks with author James Livingston, who argues that consumer culture is good for the economy, the environment, and your soul.
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Getting Personal: A look back over a long, hard year
Dec 23, 2011
A rare treat for listeners! Tess discusses the ins and outs of 2011 with all four of our regulars, Chris Farrell, Kathy Kristof, David Lazarus and Liz Weston.
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PODCAST: Who gets the big holiday tips, impact of the payroll tax cut extension
Dec 23, 2011
Congress has passed the payroll tax cut extension. We take a look at what the means for consumers. We have some numbers for you: Consumer spending grew just 0.1 percent in November, while orders for U.S. factory goods went up 3.8 percent. Plus, what is the most pessimistic country in the world? And find out which professions receive the biggest holiday tips.
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