Growing number of affluent consumers are shopping at discount stores. Here's why.

Discount retailers like Walmart and Dollar Tree are seeing an influx of more upscale consumers, market research data shows. Read More

Here are the biggest takeaways from the government's latest inflation data

Mary Cunningham is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch. Before joining the business and finance vertical, she worked at "60 Minutes," CBSNews.com and CBS News 24/7 as part of the CBS News Associate Program. Read More

Inflation is creeping higher, putting pressure on American consumers

The Consumer Price Index likely inched higher in August, reflecting higher costs for food and other items, economists say. Read More

Americans expect inflation to be far higher than it really is, polling shows

American voters often rank inflation as the most important issue facing the US. But something odd has happened to inflationary expectations since Donald Trump became president in January. Americans ... Read More

US consumer spending strong; core inflation warmer on services

WASHINGTON, Aug 29 (Reuters) - U.S. consumer spending increased by the most in four months in July while services inflation picked up, but economists did not believe strong domestic demand would ... Read More

Consumers are still budget-conscious, and more are choosing Walmart than Target

Consumers are still budget-conscious, and more are choosing Walmart than Target Target’s same-store sales are still falling, while Walmart has found a formula that keeps them increasing. Meanwhile, ... Read More

US Consumer Spending Shows Resilience Despite Stubborn Inflation

US consumer spending rose in July by the most in four months, indicating resilient demand in the face of stubborn inflation. Read More

Consumers Are Spending More Carefully As They Worry About High Prices

Key Takeaways Consumers kept spending in July, but the declines in some categories show that buyers are being more careful as pricing fears grow.The consumer sentiment survey showed that consumers ... Read More

Latino consumers spend less amid inflation, immigration fears

Hispanics have been a key engine powering consumer spending during the U.S. pandemic recovery, but the group is starting to bend after years of price increases and a cooling labor market. Read More

‘Sneakflation’: How Trump’s tariffs are gradually raising costs for American consumers

When tariffs are tacked on to many imported goods, someone’s got to foot the bill. According to President Donald Trump, foreign countries and overseas businesses are eating the cost. But evidence ... Read More