consumer spending

Consumer Spending Rebounds in August, New Sign U.S. Economy Is Accelerating

Americans opened their wallets again in August after a summer slowdown, the latest signal that the U.S. economy is picking up speed despite lingering pressure on households.

Target Cuts Prices on 5,000 Items as Investors Balk at Margin Hit

Target is slashing prices on thousands of everyday items, betting that shoppers will return. Wall Street isn't convinced.