Looming tariffs that are expected to impact the prices of daily essentials have consumers less confident in their finances than they were at the start of the year.
While consumers say they plan to scale back spending in the face of looming tariffs, many have still found themselves making impromptu in-store purchases.
Walmart Inc. is targeting back-to-school shoppers with discounts, a new private-label apparel brand, and streamlined online shopping for back-to-school items.