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Consumer confidence
For consumers, gloomy times may translate to less spending
Aug 31, 2021
But as long as people are holding onto their jobs, they'll still have money to buy.
Consumer sentiment plummeted in early August, driven by surge of delta variant
Aug 13, 2021
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index shows the rise of the delta variant this summer has curbed spending.
How are consumers feeling about the economy?
Jul 30, 2021
There have been signs of robust economic growth, but consumer concerns are rising ... along with the surge of the Delta variant of COVID-19.
Some signs point to falling consumer confidence as delta rises
Jul 26, 2021
Later this week we will learn how much consumers spent in June, and on what. But that might not be the best picture of what's going on now.
NABE forecasters predict strong economic growth, ongoing recovery in 2021
May 24, 2021
The economists say they expect employment to recover and that recent price spikes for some consumer goods should moderate.
Consumer confidence surges on relief payments
Mar 22, 2021
Morning Consult finds the American Rescue Plan boosted consumer confidence, with low- to middle-income Americans buoyed the most.
The steel market is hot, but it won't last forever
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Mar 16, 2021
Delaware Steel President Lisa Goldenberg talks soaring steel prices and the possibility of a Biden infrastructure bill.
For public good, not for profit.
Consumer confidence shows wide partisan divide
Feb 4, 2021
Republicans are bumming and Democrats are buoyant after the Biden inauguration, according to Morning Consult, a reverse of the Trump years.
Will the relief package boost consumer spending in 2021?
Dec 31, 2020
Ultimately, this money is a bridge until the virus is under control.
Consumer confidence lackluster as the pandemic continues
Dec 23, 2020
Even with the rollout of vaccinations and federal action on a relief package, many consumers are wary about the future.