Consumer goods prices slightly decline in March after brief uptickIn good news for shoppers, a bump in the cost of consumer goods reversed course in March 2026. Numerator: Price, preferences keeping consumers from sticking to new nutrition guidelinesMore than four-in-10 consumers are aware of the updated USDA food pyramid, but prices, preferences and product availability limit many from adhering to it. Fiserv: Rising gas prices push small business retail sales up in March Higher ticket sizes — led by gasoline — helped increase small business sales in March. Survey: Consumers trading down, consolidating trips because of fuel costs Rapidly rising fuel prices are already having an impact on consumer spending. Numerator: Two-thirds of Easter shopping to take place in-store Easter shoppers will gravitate towards low-price, discount retailers for their holiday needs. Survey: Nearly half of consumers use buy now, pay later options weekly Buy now, pay later (BNPL) payment options are being used by many consumers across nearly all generations on a weekly basis. Survey: Consumers cutting back by eating at home more, buying private label brands Grocery shoppers are tackling rising food costs by stretching meals and dining out less. Study: Prices, focus on health to shape consumer spending in 2026 Several factors are expected to drive consumer behavior in 2026 — but increased costs remain paramount for shoppers. Survey: Consumers over 45 make up growing share of U.S. e-commerce market E-commerce is no longer just for younger generations that are more online savvy. David's Bridal makes C-suite additions; begins CFO search One of the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion apparel retailers is shaking up its C-suite as it continues its “Aisle to Algorithm” tech transformation. First Previous 9 10 11 12 13 Next Last
