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March 20, 2013
Deloitte: Consumer spending remains steady in February

The Deloitte Consumer Spending Index remained steady in February primarily as a decline in initial unemployment claims and a rise in real average hourly earnings offset negative forces.

November 27, 2012
Retail Forecast 2013

By Phillip M. Perry

Overcast with clearing skies — That’s the economic forecast from a major research firm as retailers enter a new year. Drizzly conditions will remain at least for the first half of 2013 as consumers hold tight to their pocketbooks. By the summer, though, light should break through the clouds as the resolutions of critical national uncertainties encourage corporate hiring, capital investment and consumer spending.

July 11, 2012
First Data: Card spending growth inched lower in June as consumers remained cautious

A report by FirstData Corp. found that year-over-year dollar volume growth was 6.4% in June, down from May’s 7.0% growth as continuing high unemployment and economic anxiety caused consumers to pull back on spending.

July 5, 2012
Macy’s and Kohl’s post disappointing results in June

Analysts expected 18 top retail chains to report a modest gains in June, as high unemployment and falling consumer confidence have taken a toll on spending.

July 5, 2012
Unemployment claims fall more than forecast

A report issued by the Labor Department showed that applications for jobless benefits fell 14,000 in the week ended June 30, to 374,000.

May 24, 2012
Being Prepared for Turnover as More Retail Workers Say ‘I Quit’

By Rick Parker, Snagajob

December 22, 2011
Consumer sentiment improves

U.S. consumer confidence rose more than forecast in December, to a six-month high, amid declining unemployment and lower gas prices.

October 7, 2011
NRF: High unemployment a concern as holiday season approaches

The National Retail Federation said Friday that high unemployment rates remain a concern as retailers head into the holiday season.

August 30, 2011
U.S. consumer confidence plunges in August

A report released Tuesday by the Conference Board said that confidence among U.S. consumers sunk to a two-year low in August, as Americans faced continued unemployment woes and worsening business and economic conditions.

June 30, 2011
U.S. Consumer confidence reaches 10-week high

A report released Thursday by Bloomberg said that consumer confidence reached its highest level in 10 weeks, thanks to falling gas prices and despite a 9.1% unemployment rate.

June 28, 2011
U.S. consumer spending stalls in May

A report released Monday by the Commerce Department showed that consumer spending unexpectedly stalled during the month of May, as prices climbed and 9.1% unemployment caused shoppers to cut back.

June 14, 2011
Report: Spending Index declines in May

A report released Tuesday by Deloitte said that consumer spending continued its decline in May, weighed down by a sharp rise in unemployment claims.

June 3, 2011
Jobs report delivers blow to retail stocks

A jobs report on Friday that showed a slowing hiring market sent retail shares tumbling. According to the Labor Department, U.S. employers added just 54,000 new workers in May, the fewest in eight months.

May 16, 2011
Deloitte Consumer Spending Index slides in April

Falling real wages and rising jobless claims in April contributed to largest single month drop in the Deloitte Consumer Spending Index since November 2007.

May 6, 2011
Unemployment rises back up to 9.0%

The unemployment rate in April edged up to 9.0%, compared with 8.8% in March 2011.

February 17, 2011
Report: U.S. initial jobless claims rise to 410,000 last week

A report released Thursday by the Labor Department said that applications for jobless benefits increased by 25,000 to 410,000 in the week ended Feb. 12, exceeding the 400,000 median forecast of economists surveyed by Bloomberg News.

January 25, 2011
Consumer confidence in January climbs to eight-month high

The Conference Board said Tuesday that its Consumer Confidence Index reached its highest level in eight months as Americans grew more optimistic about the job market.

November 7, 2010
Walmart makes $10 million commitment to veterans

As part of its ongoing support of our nation's military and veterans, Walmart and the...

September 30, 2010
Consumer spending rose more than forecast in August

Consumer spending in the United States rose more than forecast in August as households saw...

September 15, 2010
New jobless claims fall to lowest in two months

A report issued by the Labor Department on Thursday said that the number of newly...

September 14, 2010
Study: Retail CFOs anticipate ongoing economic stagnation

According to a study released Wednesday by accounting and consulting firm BDO USA, LLP, 82%...

September 9, 2010
New unemployment claims drop, exports rise

A late Thursday report from the Labor Department said that the number of people who...

July 15, 2010
Deloitte Consumer Spending Index declines in June

The Deloitte Consumer Spending Index declined in June for the second consecutive month, once again...

June 2, 2010
Report: Jobs data show labor market improving

U.S. private-sector employers added jobs in May and the economy's dominant services sector increased payrolls...

March 21, 2010
NRF: Healthcare legislation will force retail job losses

The National Retail Federation on Monday expressed “extreme disappointment” at the House’s passage of sweeping...

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