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Consumer Spending

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Editorial illustration for U.S. Q2 GDP Growth Revised Up to 2.2% Amid Strong Consumer Spending and Business Investment
Economy

U.S. Q2 GDP Growth Revised Up to 2.2% Amid Strong Consumer Spending and Business Investment

The U.S. economy's Q2 2026 GDP growth was revised upward to 2.2%, primarily fueled by robust consumer spending and significant business investment in areas like AI infrastructure. This stronger-than-expected performance indicates economic resilience amidst Federal Reserve rate hikes.

Alex Petrenko·September 30, 2026
A solitary, expensive bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich displayed prominently in an otherwise sparse grocery store aisle, symbolizing inflation's impact on consumers.
Consumer Trends

US Retail Sales Dip as Consumers Feel Inflationary Squeeze

The price of a simple bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with coffee has jumped 38% since 2020, reaching $2.

Simone Devereaux·August 30, 2026
A split image showing a chaotic, upward-trending stock market on one side and a deserted, dark shopping mall on the other, symbolizing the divergence between market performance and consumer spending.
Markets

US consumer spending slowdown impacts stock market rally

US retail sales were unexpectedly flat during the critical December holiday season, signaling a significant chill in consumer spending just as markets celebrated a rally.

David Chen·May 20, 2026