Author: Stefanie Galeano-Zalutko

As the Fed raises interest rates to rein in inflation, consumer purchasing intentions for cars, homes and major appliances have all decreased in the last month…

Inflation remains the main concern for both small business owners and consumers…

A roundup of recent manufacturer safety recalls…

Rising prices for food, gasoline and shelter are the main contributors to the largest increase in consumer costs since 1981…

Experts are expecting continued inflation and aggressive interest rate hikes to negatively impact consumer spending and economic growth over the next six months…

Consumers continue to be discouraged by rising inflation, while business owners struggle with unfilled positions and supply chain disruptions…

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers again, marking an 8.6% rise over the last 12 months…

Consumer confidence is still on the decline as climbing inflation remains top of mind…

A lack of qualified labor, inflation and supply chain constraints continue to plague small business owners…

Consumers are especially worried about rising energy and gas prices, as both continue to put pressure on the overall cost of living…

Concerns about inflation retreated from an all-time high in March, but purchasing intentions are down overall…