Demand for corrugated boxes can hint at how much consumers are buying

The shopper-brand relationship has always relied on loyalty. But gone are the days of free upgrades or special discounts — now, longtime consumers often get higher prices.

Bloomberg’s Madison Darbyshire looked into why the scents of our everyday products are getting stronger.

Tariffs are part of the story, of course. But not all of it.

Wealthier Americans are driving much of the growth in spending, while lower-income consumers are falling further behind.

Late card payments and minimum payments are at a record high, the Philadelphia Fed says. Seasonal and longer-term factors have led to the rise.

From outdoor heaters to exercise equipment to homes, people made purchases they now regret.

The giant chain reported strong quarterly sales. But for the first time in two years, shoppers spent less per visit.

Businesses may not have an incentive to lower prices if consumers are still in an inflation mindset.

The rebound from pandemic deprivation continues, says Adriana Samper of Arizona State, and the reasoning can get pretty creative.