Survey: Consumers' Confidence in U.S. Economy Falters
U.S. consumer sentiment retreated this month after reaching its highest in nearly six years in May, as household optimism about employment and housing faded slightly.
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Retail Sales Rise in May as Import, Export Prices Soften
U.S. retail sales rose more than expected in May as households stepped up purchases of automobiles and bought other goods, as prices for imports and exports slipped.
Wholesale Inventories Rise Mildly as Manufacturers Hedge
U.S. wholesalers increased their stockpiles in April and their sales rebounded from a big decline in March, positive signs for economic growth.
May Auto Sales Bolster U.S. Economy
Higher discounts at some automakers, rising pickup truck sales and increasing consumer confidence pushed up car sales in May, giving the overall economy a shot in the arm.
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Buoyed by Recovery, Consumers Confidence Soars in May
Greater optimism about the economic outlook and personal finances pushed U.S. consumer sentiment to its highest level in nearly six years in May, a new survey shows.
Consumer Spending Falls in April, First Drop in Nearly a Year
Consumer spending fell in April for the first time in almost a year and inflation pressures were subdued, pointing to a slowdown in economic activity.
U.S. First-Quarter GDP Revised Slightly Lower
A drop in government spending dragged more on the U.S. economy than initially thought in the first quarter, a sign of increasing pain from Washington's austerity drive.
Stocks: Investors Gird for Choppy Session Thursday
U.S. stocks could be choppy Thursday as indexes across Asia tumbled into the red and European markets saw big swings.
Consumer Confidence Surges in May
U.S. consumer confidence strengthened in May to the highest level in more than five years, a private sector report shows.
Abercrombie & Fitch Sales Crater in 1Q, Loss Narrows
Abercrombie & Fitch reported a steeper-than-expected drop in quarterly comparable sales, in part because of inventory shortages.
Durable Goods Orders Rise Sharply in April
Orders for long-lasting U.S. manufactured goods rose more than expected in April, a sign of resilience in the factory sector.
Housing Boom Leaves Some Stocks in the Dust
The housing boom continues, but while some stocks may be rightfully soaring, other logical winners aren't cashing in on the trend.
Best Buy Reports 1Q Loss on Restructuring Costs
Best Buy reported weaker-than-expected quarterly sales Tuesday and warned that a slew of investments to win back shoppers could squeeze profits in the near term.
Consumer Spending Forecast to Boost U.S. Economy
Consumer spending is likely to pick up this year, while government spending declines at a faster rate, according to a survey of business economists.
Economy Shrugging off Spring Slowdown, Reports Suggest
U.S. consumer sentiment rebounded in early May to the highest level in nearly six years as Americans felt better about their financial and economic prospects.
J.C. Penney Posts Huge 1Q Loss
J.C. Penney reports a first-quarter big loss on a 16 percent revenue plunge as the chain continues to reel from the turnaround plan implemented by former CEO Ron Johnson.
Powerball Jackpot Leaps to $550M
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April Retail Sales Unexpectedly Rise
U.S. retail sales unexpectedly rose in April as households bought automobiles, building materials and a range of other goods, pointing to underlying strength in the economy.
Chain Retailers Report Solid Sales Gains in April
Americans spent more during the early spring months in the latest sign that they're encouraged by the economic recovery.
Cheap Yen, Healthier Sales Push Sony into the Black
Sony is back in the black for its fiscal fourth quarter, recording a $948 million profit, with big help from a weaker yen that boosts overseas earnings.
Consumers Cut Back Credit Card Use in March
Americans cut back on using their credit cards in March, suggesting many were reluctant to take on high-interest debt to make purchases.
9 Numbers That'll Tell You How the Economy's Really Doing
We've whittled the vast universe of economic data down to these nine key numbers that will give you a quick handle on the health of the economy.
Consumer Confidence Jumps on Better Outlook for Hiring, Pay
U.S. consumer confidence rebounded in April as Americans felt better about the outlook for the economy and their income prospects, the Conference Board says.
Why Rich Consumers Will Dominate Spending in 2013
The consumer economy may look weak. But the affluent and wealthy consumers are ramping up their spending -- and that could help drive the broader economy this year.
U.S. Consumer Spending Rises Unexpectedly in March
U.S. consumer spending unexpectedly rose in March as benign inflation supported household's spending power, a hopeful sign for the weakened economic recovery.
Hike in Payroll Taxes Hasn't Halted Consumer Spending -- Yet
U.S. workers' pay, already struggling to keep pace with inflation, was shrunk by an increase in Social Security taxes on Jan. 1, but consumers so far are stilling spending.
UPS' Quarterly Profit Rises on Higher Consumer Spending
UPS reports a higher first-quarter profit attributable in part to post-holiday consumer spending.
P&G Quarterly Profit Rises on Cost-Cuts, Market Share Rise
Procter & Gamble says its net income rose 6 percent in the fiscal third quarter, as it cut costs and gained market share in North America.
Drop in Gas Prices A Boon for Drivers and the Economy
A sharp decline in the price of oil this month is making gasoline cheaper at a time of year when it typically gets more expensive.