consumer spending

Consumer spending eeked up just 0.1 percent in November, despite stories of strong holiday sales. What does that mean about the health of our economy?

The good news is, a recent pick-up in consumer spending is fending off fears of another U.S. recession.

The biggest jump in consumer spending in 3 years helped the economy grow at a 3.2% annual rate in the first quarter.

That's welcome news for the nation's retailers.

The US economy relies on consumer spending, making forecasts of an age of austerity quite dire. But it looks like our 'spendy culture' will ride in to the rescue.

BusinessWeek's Michael Mandel talks with Kai Ryssdal about how consumer spending is based on false pretenses.

Even though consumer spending rose in July, many Americans are still watching their pennies, and some said their newfound frugality would not be temporary.

The Commerce Department said consumer spending rose in July, but household incomes were unchanged. Bob Moon reports a lot of the extra spending money is coming from our savings.

While the US chases 'green shoots,' India and China are booming. But Americans' years-long consumer-spending spree could be the catalyst for a global recovery.

Personal income jumped more than expected, helped by an increase in unemployment benefit payments and lower taxes, while consumer spending edged higher, the government said Friday.

Homegrown online outlets focused on consumer spending have caught the attention of retailers. And the market muscle of the 'mommy blogosphere' is growing.