Consumer Analysis

Living on the Edge of Deflation
The slow rate of recovery translates to very low inflation.
Financial Obligations Keep Falling
Reduction in debt has a powerful effect.
Poor State and Local Government Conditions Threaten Labor Market
While output growth has now resumed in the private sector, more pain lies ahead for state and local government budgets.
Housing: No Help to Consumer Spending This Year
Housing's weak start in 2010 portends a fitful recovery, with negative implications for consumer spending.
Can Spending Growth Remain Strong?
No, saving will remain consumers' focus.
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In Brief

Jobs Bill Doesn't Alter the Forecast
A modest boost to consumers, but this was already included in the forecast.
Michigan Sentiment Dips Again
The index is back to its December level.
Consumer Credit Breaks Its Year-Long Losing Streak
Consumers borrow more to sustain spending.
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Weekly Sales Summary
Thorough coverage of weekly consumer
spending at chain stores accross the country
   
Analysis of Key Consumer Trends
Improve your planning with analysis of key consumer economic and demographic trends affecting consumer activity.
February 18
Income
Slow improvement.
January 21
Balance Sheets
Improvement is starting or approaching.
December 28
Today's Consumer Story
More restrained spending growth will be a legacy of the Great Recession.
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Energy and the Consumer
Automotive Gas Costs
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