Consumer Spending Rises 0.1% in February for Third Month
Personal spending barely increased in February, and the prior month’s advance was revised down as Americans saved more of their incomes.
Consumer Spending Rises in January by Most in Eight Months
Consumer purchases climbed in January by the most in eight months, fueled by faster earnings growth and indicating the biggest part of the U.S. economy gained momentum at the start of 2016.
Consumer Spending Tapers in December as Americans Pad Savings
Household spending cooled in December as Americans used gains in incomes to boost their savings.
February 1, 2016Gain in Consumer Spending Accompanied by Rising Incomes
An increase in consumer purchases in November was accompanied by rising wages and scant inflation, indicating the biggest part of the U.S. economy will continue to underpin growth.
Consumer Spending Rises Little in September
Household spending rose less than forecast in September, showing the biggest part of the U.S. economy ended a strong quarter on a weak note.
Consumer Spending Rose More Than Forecast in August
Household spending climbed more than forecast in August and incomes also rose as the biggest part of the U.S. economy continued to power past a global slowdown.
September 28, 2015Consumer Spending Rises in July as Wages Pick Up
Consumer purchases climbed in July as incomes grew, showing the biggest part of the U.S. economy was off to a good start to the quarter.
Americans Kept Spending in June to End Stronger Second Quarter
American households kept spending in June, capping a stronger quarterly performance for the biggest part of the economy.
August 3, 2015Consumer Spending Rises by Most in Almost Six Years
Household spending climbed in May by the most in almost six years, buoyed by gains in incomes as the U.S. job market strengthened.
June 25, 2015Consumer Spending Stalled in April as Americans Saved More
Consumer purchases unexpectedly stalled in April as Americans used income gains to shore up savings, raising the risk the biggest part of the economy may take time to gain momentum after a slow start to the year.