Flexibility is the best weapon against uncertainty, especially during times of economic uncertainty. We pivot in the face of inflation, adjust our discretionary spending, trade...
When economic winds shift, so do consumer spending habits. But not always in expected ways. Amid tariffs, stubborn inflation and higher living costs, many consumers...
Generation Z saw the sharpest increase in the number of people living paycheck to paycheck over the past two years. The share of Gen Z...
A six-figure income, a house in a nice neighborhood, two cars in the garage and kids in private schools — yet still feeling panicked when...
In an era where consumer confidence is being tested by inflation and rising living costs, off-price retailers like Burlington Stores and Ross Stores are doubling...
The use of pay later plans has grown as consumers seek more flexible payment options. The PYMNTS Intelligence eBook “10 Impact Statements: The 2024 Pay...
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon reportedly said Thursday (Feb. 27) that the retailer is seeing signs of stress among consumers due to food prices remaining high. Speaking...
Ongoing financial pressure has forced many consumers to live paycheck-to-paycheck, prompting retailers to adjust their strategies to meet the demands of cost-conscious shoppers. With inflation...
In the fourth quarter of 2024, increased economic pressures continued to affect households in the United States. With inflation at 2.9% by December, 65% of...