Tag #Consumer Spending

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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
theguardian.com
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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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dailymail.co.uk
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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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UK Food Inflation Drives Shift to Simpler Meals and Own-Label Products

Rising food prices in the UK are prompting consumers to simplify meal preparation and favor cheaper own-label products, as grocery inflation hits a high of 5.2% in July, potentially adding £275 to average annual grocery bills.

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Inflation Climbs, Raising Concerns About Credit Card Interest Rates

June's inflation rose to 2.7% annually, exceeding expectations and driven by food price increases, potentially leading to further credit card interest rate hikes.

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New Tax Law Offers Auto Loan Interest Deduction

President Trump's new tax law introduces a tax deduction of up to \$10,000 for interest on new, American-made vehicle loans from 2025-2028, impacting an estimated 3.5 million taxpayers, but phasing out for higher income individuals.

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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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dailymail.co.uk
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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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US States Offer Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays in 2025

Several US states offer back-to-school sales tax holidays in August 2025, with varying dates, eligible items, and spending limits; Alabama's holiday began July 18-20, while Texas's is August 8-10, and Florida's runs all of August.

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welt.de
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Saxony-Anhalt Economy: Worsening Sentiment and Low Investment in H1 2025

A survey of 410 companies in Saxony-Anhalt reveals a worsening economic sentiment in the first half of 2025, with declining sales, particularly in retail and services, low investment, and a growing burden of bureaucracy hindering recovery, despite planned investments and hiring in manufacturing.

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Amazon's Four-Day Prime Day Projected to Generate \$23.8 Billion in US Retail Spending

Amazon's Prime Day, now a four-day event from July 8-11, is projected to generate \$23.8 billion in US retail spending, a 28% increase year-over-year; this growth occurs despite rising tariffs and provides insight into consumer behavior amidst economic uncertainty.

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