Tag #Consumer Spending

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Amazon Q2 Sales Surge 11%, Exceeding Expectations Before Prime Day

Amazon reported record-breaking 11% growth in online store sales and third-party seller services in Q2 2025, exceeding industry averages and pre-dating its Prime Day sales event, fueled by new brand partnerships and expanded delivery services, despite concerns over potential tariff impacts.

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US Consumer Spending Rises Despite Inflationary Pressures from Tariffs

US consumer spending increased 0.3% in June, exceeding expectations despite inflation rising to 2.6% annually, the highest since February, partially due to tariffs increasing prices; personal income also rose 0.3%.

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Australian Retail Sales Soar on Bargain Hunting Amid US Tariff Woes

Fueled by bargain hunting, Australian retail sales jumped 1.2 percent in June, exceeding expectations threefold, while the US tariff changes negatively impacted Australian exporters like Cettire, which saw a 20 percent share price drop.

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Federal EV Tax Credits Expiring September 30, 2025

The "One Big Beautiful Bill" sets a September 30, 2025 expiration date for federal EV tax credits, impacting consumer purchasing decisions and potentially slowing EV sales unless automakers adjust pricing or incentives.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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\"High Food Prices Dampen UK Retail Sales in July\"\

Rising food prices, particularly meat (up 17%) and butter (up 18.2%), significantly impacted British retail sales in July, with BRC data showing a 4% year-on-year food price increase and CBI reporting a sales decline, although slightly improved from June.

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UK Retail Sales Rise in June, But Concerns Remain

UK retail sales rose 0.9 percent in June, boosted by warm weather and sporting events, but remain below pre-pandemic levels amid concerns over consumer confidence and increased retailer costs.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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China Allocates Further Funds to Boost Consumer Goods Trade-in Program

China will allocate an additional 9.65 billion USD in October for its consumer goods trade-in program, part of a 300 billion USD initiative to boost domestic demand and economic growth, following a strong first half of 2024.

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Automakers Absorb Billions in Tariffs, Delaying Price Hikes

Facing billions of dollars in tariffs on imported goods, major automakers like GM, Stellantis, and Volkswagen are absorbing the costs rather than raising prices, though this strategy is expected to change with the 2026 model year.

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School Supply Prices Stable, But Expected Increase Before September 1st

A recent market analysis shows stable school supply prices compared to 2024, but rising import costs and historical trends predict significant price increases before September 1st. A Moscow mother counters this by noting that prices often drop significantly after the back-to-school rush, suggesting ...

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Rising Pet Surrenders Reflect Economic Hardship Amid Inflation

Amid rising inflation, US animal shelters are experiencing a surge in pet surrenders, with a 43 percent increase reported at one North Carolina shelter, as families struggle to afford pet food and veterinary care, revealing economic hardship despite positive macroeconomic data.

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Americans' Strategic Cash Shift Fuels Unexpected Economic Strength

New research from the JPMorganChase Institute reveals that millions of Americans are moving money out of checking and savings accounts and into investments, leading to a rise in overall cash reserves, even as standard bank balances remain flat and credit card debt is surging.

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UK Grocery Inflation Soars, Adding £275 to Annual Food Bills

UK grocery inflation hit a new high of 5.2 percent in the four weeks to July 13, potentially adding £275 to the average annual household food bill of £5,283, prompting shoppers to buy more own-label products and simpler meals, while boosting sales for discount retailers like Aldi and Lidl.

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