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How tariffs and inflation are reshaping consumers' holiday shopping
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (724+ words) Consumers stepped up gift giving during the first seven weeks of the holiday shopping season, according to new data released Tuesday. But uncertainty about the economy is making shoppers more targeted in their buying. From Nov. 1 through Sunday, cash and…...
Economy expanded at a surprisingly strong 4.3% last quarter
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (417+ words) The U.S. economy expanded at a surprisingly strong 4.3% annual rate in the third quarter, the most rapid expansion in two years, as consumer and government spending, as well as exports, all grew. U.S. gross domestic product from July through September " the economy's…...
Most U.S. adults aren't making year-end charitable contributions, new AP-NORC poll finds
23+ hour, 10+ min ago (1011+ words) NEW YORK'Most Americans aren't making end-of-year charitable giving plans, according to the results of a new AP-NORC poll, despite the many fundraising appeals made by nonprofits that rely on donation surges in the calendar's final month to reach budget targets....
Pacific Tusk Builders: High-End Amenities are the New Mandate for 2026 Office Returns
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (285+ words) Pacific Tusk Builders, a leading general contracting firm out of the Orange County/Los Angeles area, has shared the biggest workplace trends and predictions it is anticipating for 2026. Five years post-pandemic, and companies across the nation are facing mounting pressure…...
A tale of two Ralphs — Lauren and the supermarket — shows the reality of a K-shaped economy
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (1033+ words) John and Theresa Anderson meandered through the sprawling Ralph Lauren clothing store on Rodeo Drive, shopping for holiday gifts. They emerged carrying boxy blue bags. John scored quarter-zip sweaters for himself and his father-in-law, and his wife splurged on a…...
Stocks rise on Wall Street as AI stocks turn higher again
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (669+ words) Stocks gained ground on Wall Street for a second day in a row Friday, wiping away losses from earlier in the week. Technology stocks were once again the main force behind the market's broader moves, especially companies with a focus…...
Contributor: Who can afford Trump's economy? Americans are feeling Grinchy
4+ day, 5+ hour ago (847+ words) The holidays have arrived once again. You know, that annual festival of goodwill, compulsory spending and the dawning realization that Santa and Satan are anagrams. Even in the best of years, Americans stagger through this season feeling financially woozy. This…...
Stocks Surge as November Inflation Hits Cooler-Than-Expected Levels
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (64+ words) From the NYSE, stocks are rebounding Thursday after November's CPI came in cooler than expected. Magnificent Seven tech names are all higher, Micron is boosting the AI trade, and consumer stocks like ... Stocks Surge as November Inflation Hits Cooler-Than-Expected Levels…...
Wall Street rises after an encouraging inflation update as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (843+ words) Stocks rose on Thursday after an encouraging report on inflation that could help the Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year. A strong profit report from Micron Technology also helped AI stocks halt their sharp slides, at least for…...
The U.S. economy was stagnant in 2025 — with one exception
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (793+ words) WASHINGTON'Today's political consensus crosses all ages, demographics and party lines: Three out of four Americans think the economy is in a slump. It is not just in their heads. Economic growth this year has been practically stagnant, save for one…...