Visa CEO Al Kelly discusses the consumer economy and corporate responsibility today, amid the global pandemic and nationwide protests for racial justice.

An 8% uptick in May follows a 20% drop over March and April. That’s the good news. There are plenty of potential economic blows on the horizon.

About 1 in 6 households reports having more debt now than before the COVID-19 crisis.

With unemployment so high and concerns about the coronavirus spread, we likely won’t see a rebound in consumer spending anytime soon.

The Marketplace-Edison Research Poll finds that 40% of those who shopped online before the pandemic now do it more.

There will be less less close contact and brunches, more electronics, books and creativity.

Consumer spending accounts for 70% of U.S. GDP. Is that going to change soon?

As people see workplaces close, big layoffs and stock market uncertainty, they fear for their financial security.

Consumer spending makes up about 70% of the U.S. economy, so any disruption would have dire effects on growth.

Consumers have been carrying this economy. That may be harder if they’re behind on their bills.