Weak labor market conditions, generally soft business conditions and waning public confidence in questionable business practices have helped erode consumer confidence. Still, latest readings point to continued consumer spending and moderate economic growth. |
What we're seeing is more that speaks toward a jobless recovery. |
What we're seeing is that price increases are not being passed on to the consumer. So again, companies are having to find other ways to raise the bottom line |
Whatever stock market effect we've had probably was felt in the present conditions index, but the overall index remains strong, ... The boost in optimism, coupled with tax refunds, should continue to fuel spending. |
Whatever stock market effect we've had probably was felt in the present conditions index, but the overall index remains strong. The boost in optimism, coupled with tax refunds, should continue to fuel spending. |
While a quick and successful outcome in the Middle East conflict would certainly ease some of the uncertainties facing consumers and therefore boost confidence, it is the economic fundamentals that will determine whether a rebound is sustainable. |
While confidence has weakened from January's level, both components of the index still point to healthy consumer spending in the months ahead, ... The consumer will continue to provide solid spending support as the economy moves into recovery. |
While confidence has weakened from January's level, both components of the index still point to healthy consumer spending in the months ahead. The consumer will continue to provide solid spending support as the economy moves into recovery. |
While consumer confidence is subject to fluctuations, latest readings continue to signal healthy economic growth ahead. |
While consumers claimed business conditions were more favorable in March than last month, they also claimed jobs were less readily available. The labor market not only continues to dampen consumers' present-day spirits, but it is also making them less optimistic about the short-term outlook. |
While consumers have managed to keep the U.S. out of a recession for several years now, that soon may no longer be the case. |
While nearly 90 percent of consumers say they will not cut back on their buying plans, it's important to note that this figure is very likely to fall as widespread layoffs begin to materialize, |
While nearly 90 percent of consumers say they will not cut back on their buying plans, it's important to note that this figure is very likely to fall as widespread layoffs begin to materialize. |
While overall confidence remains relatively positive, the latest reading reflects growing concerns that U.S. economic growth may be slowing down. And, while the outlook for corporate profits remains optimistic, rising interest rates and oil prices may curb business leaders' projections. |
While prices at the pump have yet to impact confidence, further increases could dampen consumers' mood. |