Consumer News Inflation Is Pushing Families To Spend More Than Their Incomes

New analysis shows more US consumers are falling behind on their utility bills

A new analysis of consumer data shows that more people in the United States are falling behind on their utility bills. Read More

How Inflation Is Quietly Reshaping Everyday Spending and Saving Habits

The economic landscape has fundamentally shifted. Prices that once felt stable now demand careful consideration every time we reach for our wallets. While easing inflation provided a quick hit of ... Read More

Food Prices Shape Consumers’ Inflation Expectations

Experts will track how food inflation compares with wage growth. If pay gains outpace grocery costs, sentiment may improve. If not, caution could persist. Weather shocks, disease outbreaks, or supply ... Read More

Essentials take a bigger bite of consumer spending, survey finds

U.S. households spend nearly one-third of their income—about $24,700 a year—on essential bills, according to a new doxoINSIGHTS 2025 report. Inflation, rising costs, and security concerns are ... Read More

Even households making $100K are now pulling back on spending and rethinking their expenses. Here’s why

Inflation is putting pressure on nearly everyone, even households earning six figures. As prices stay stubbornly high, more Americans across different income groups are feeling anxious about their ... Read More

Majority of Americans say tariffs hurt their family's financial situation, are spending more on groceries and utilities: Poll

A plurality of Republicans say tariffs have "no real impact" on their family's financial situation (39%) while a 46% plurality says they hurt the countries the U.S. imposes tariffs on and a 35% ... Read More

Average US Family Is Now Paying $700 More Per Month on Basic Needs Under Trump

A report by Democrats on the congressional Joint Economic Committee blames the president’s tariffs for inflation. Read More

Wealthy Americans Are Spending. People With Less Are Struggling.

Data show a resilient economy. But that largely reflects spending by the rich, while others pull back amid high prices and a weakening labor market. Data show a resilient economy. But that largely ... Read More

America’s inflation is back at 3%. That’s higher than normal but not out of control

The cost of living got even more expensive for Americans last month, with prices rising at the fastest pace since the start of the year. Consumer prices rose 0.3% in September, which drove the annual ... Read More