Consumer Behavior – Page 26

Inflation Remains Steady, With Signs of Further Cooling

The Federal Reserve has been waiting for firmer evidence that rapid price increases are behind it.

By Lydia DePillis

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Why Are People So Down About the Economy? Theories Abound.

Things look strong on paper, but many Americans remain unconvinced. We asked economic officials, the woman who coined “vibecession” and Charlamagne Tha God what they think is happening.

By Jeanna Smialek

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GDP Gain in First Quarter Revised Downward in U.S.

Consumers eased up on spending in the face of rising prices and high interest rates, Commerce Department data shows.

By Ben Casselman

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Biden’s China Tariffs Are the End of an Era for Cheap Chinese Goods

The president’s move to protect strategic manufacturing sectors from low-cost competition aims to increase jobs, but consumers might not like the costs.

By Jim Tankersley