Leonie MacCann of Irish Life Investment Managers says U.S. equities will grind higher but investors should expect more volatility
Despite the near-end of high inflation, many Americans remain unhappy with the cost of living
Measures of consumers' spirits have shown a recent uptick
While still positive, consumers’ assessments of the current labour situation continued to weaken: economist
The pickup occurred amid easing mortgage rates and as more homes came on the market
America’s consumers, the primary driver of economic growth, are still willing to spend, data show
Claims calmed down, and their recent rise appears to be just a blip: economist
Consumers increasingly seeking cheaper alternatives, bargains or avoiding items they deem too expensive
It's the lowest level in more than a year
The rate dropped to its lowest level since early February