Stories Tagged as
Spending
What people are (and aren't) spending money on during the coronavirus outbreak
by
Jennifer Pak
Feb 19, 2020
Forgoing the Chinese Lunar New Year festivities means spending less money on partying and spending a lot of time indoors.
Consumer spending rises, along with consumer debt
Aug 30, 2019
The U.S. Commerce Department delivered new evidence on Friday that the American consumer is helping to fuel economic growth.
CFPB is taking a fresh look at bank overdraft fee rule
by
Renata Sago
Jul 2, 2019
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is reviewing a 2009 rule that regulates how banks charge customers who overdraw their checking accounts.
From fresh food to a new backyard fence, it's spending season
Jun 12, 2019
A look at consumer prices as our listeners get ready for summer.
How are you managing your retirement fund?
by
Erika Beras
May 10, 2019
Tell us what you're doing with your retirement savings.
Senate rejects rival Democratic, GOP plans for reopening government
Jan 24, 2019
The Democratic plan received one more vote than the Republican proposal.
Gender-specific toys mean more revenue for toy makers
by
Erika Beras
Nov 26, 2018
One growing trend in toy-buying is so-called gender-neutral playthings – toys that don’t reinforce gender stereotypes like trucks for boys or dolls for girls. But those stereotypes appear hard to shake for both toy makers and consumers. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.
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Feeling pressured? Americans pushed to overspend this holiday season
by
Justin Ho
and Leila Goldstein
Nov 20, 2018
New survey finds nearly half of Americans feel pressured to overspend on gifts.
Expanding airports are banking on local retailers to add value
by
Renata Sago
Nov 6, 2018
Terminals in major cities are undergoing renovations and relying on the allure of local shops to keep travelers spending.
Consumer spending increases again. How long will that last?
Oct 29, 2018
U.S. consumer spending rose for a 7th straight month in September, according the the Commerce Department. Economists expect that trend to continue despite slow wage growth.