Sales rose 0.3% last month, but there are signs some consumers are pulling back on big-ticket items, excluding cars.

There’s a link between anticipating future technology and spending decisions in the present, says macroeconomics professor Cristoph Görtz.

Food inflation should make consumers eager for discounts. But the couponing tradition isn’t keeping up with changing times.

Recent numbers suggest this economy is increasingly shrugging its shoulders at the pandemic.

Pandemic-related negativity and fear isn’t leading to negative or fearful economic behavior.

Manufacturers say they’re still optimistic that demand will be there for goods they make. But consumers may start to pull back spending on services.

The personal savings rate dropped in November to its lowest level since December 2017.

Women drive the bulk of household purchasing decisions in China. What do they want to spend their money on?

Millennials who now work at home are spending $208 more each month on average, a survey shows. Groceries accounted for the biggest cost increase across generations.

Post-lockdown spending sprees are looking a lot less likely.