Consumer

Retail sales rose by more than expected in September, with an increase of 0.4% exceeding economists expectations as the consumer showed signs of continued strength.

The FTC announced the final version of its click to cancel rule which aims to make it easier for consumers to cancel subscriptions that would otherwise auto-renew.

The strike by unionized dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports has ground coffee shipments to a halt, setting up a supply squeeze given the heavy U.S. reliance on coffee imports.

A strike by unionized dockworkers at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports could have a potential impact on consumers due to higher food prices caused by delayed or canceled shipments.

An inflation measure closely tracked by Federal Reserve policymakers fell in August to 2.2% as inflation continued to trend closer to the central bank's target.

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit against Visa on Tuesday, alleging the financial services giant used its clout to maintain a monopoly over the U.S. debit card market.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates for the first time in four years, announcing a 50 basis point cut and policymakers forecasting additional cuts amid progress in slowing inflation.

Inflation declined in August to the lowest level since 2021, as prices rose 2.5% from last year. The data boosts the Federal Reserve's case for an interest rate cut next week.

The National Grocers Association urged lawmakers and regulators to focus on enforcing antitrust law in supplier pricing instead of alleged "price gouging" by the grocery industry.

Dollar General's stock slid by more than 27% on Thursday after the company's second-quarter earnings missed analysts' expectations amid soft consumer demand.

The Conference Board's latest survey showed that consumer confidence and optimism about the economy avoiding recession rose, even as labor market concerns edged higher.

The FTC lawsuit to block the Albertsons-Kroger merger went to trial on Monday, with the agency arguing the deal undermines competition and the companies saying it will help consumers.

Democratic Senators Bob Casey and Elizabeth Warren are probing grocery store chain Kroger over the use of digital price tags that they worry could enable price gouging.

American households have seen their debt levels surge in recent years as high inflation and interest rates have strained budgets, forcing consumers to turn to credit and debt.

Johnson & Johnson is reportedly nearing enough support to finalize a $6.5 billion settlement for lawsuits related to cancer cases linked to its baby powder and other talc products.

New research from the San Francisco Federal Reserve found that middle- and lower-income U.S. households are running low on disposable cash as the economy shows signs of slowing.

Montana dog breeder, Svalinn, trains rare protective dogs that also act as family dogs. The animals are priced at $150,000 for clients who want to take extra safety measures.

Vice President Harris' past comments on the administration's efforts to address inflation are resurfacing as she has become the Democratic Party's presumptive presidential nominee.

Lululemon removed a new legging style from its shelves after shoppers took to social media to share reviews of the product. A spokesperson said the company plans to make adjustments.

The FTC announced it will look into companies that offer "surveillance pricing" services powered by AI or similar technology and its potential impact on prices paid by consumers.