Payroll November 26, 2025
U.S. consumers showed signs of fatigue leading up to the longest government shutdown, and their outlook has worsened ever since, sending a note of caution heading into the holiday-shopping season.
Payroll October 28, 2025
Preliminary data suggest that consumers' holiday spending will be down this season compared to last year. Notably consumers expect to spend 3.9% less on gifts and 12% less on non-gifts.
Economy October 16, 2025
Consumers plan to spend $890.49 per person on average this year on holiday gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual consumer survey.
Payroll September 29, 2025
U.S. personal spending rose at a solid clip in August for a third month, suggesting consumers continued to power the economy despite elevated inflation.
Small Business September 2, 2025
U.S. consumer spending rose in July by the most in four months, indicating resilient demand in the face of stubborn inflation.
Small Business August 11, 2025
Total retail sales, excluding automobiles and gasoline, were up 1.45% seasonally adjusted month over month and up 5.89% unadjusted year over year in July, according to the Retail Monitor.
Small Business June 27, 2025
According to federal data released Friday morning, consumers spent nearly $30 billion less in May than in April, shrinking the economy and putting economists on high alert.
Small Business June 2, 2025
U.S. consumers hit the brakes in April while goods imports plummeted by a record as companies adjusted to higher tariffs.
Payroll May 20, 2025
As the Trump administration continues its tariff policies, more Americans are spending money to get ahead of potential rising costs, mimicking consumer behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Payroll April 22, 2025
Here’s what you need to know about how tariffs will affect your finances and practical strategies to prepare your budget and savings.
Accounting April 22, 2025
The meeting took place at the White House and included Target CEO Brian Cornell, Walmart CEO Doug McMillon and Home Depot CEO Ted Decker.
Payroll April 22, 2025
More than one third of American adults have felt cautious (37%) or uncertain (36%) about their financial situation in the past 12 months.