consumer behavior

Card swipes go up, spends dip

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Are We Still Swiping? Decoding the Latest Card Payment Paradox Remember the satisfying swish of a credit card reader? Or the slightly more modern tap ...

Elon Musk’s Tesla backlash: 41% of EV drivers cite politics for avoiding brand; survey reveals highest resistance in US and Germany

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Political leanings are influencing electric vehicle purchases globally, with over 40% of EV drivers considering avoiding Tesla due to its founder’s controversial stances. A survey ...

Festive retail sales get hit, buyers await GST, price cut

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The Festive Fizz Fades: Are GST Expectations Dampening Retail Cheer? Diwali lights are twinkling, wedding bells are practically ringing, and yet… a strange hush seems ...

Walmart Q2 results: Sales rise 4.6% as shoppers flock and e-commerce booms; Target lags amid tariff pressures

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Walmart reported strong second-quarter results, exceeding expectations and outperforming competitors like Target. Comparable sales rose by 4.6%, fueled by both established stores and online channels. ...

Macy’s beats Q1 estimates but lowers 2025 profit outlook amid tariff impact

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Macy’s Inc. reported a first-quarter sales and profit decline, yet surpassed Wall Street expectations. The company is carefully managing its pricing strategy amid the evolving ...

China’s digital product sales hit $20 billion in four months due to government subsidies

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China’s government subsidies, aimed at boosting domestic consumption, have spurred a surge in digital product sales, generating approximately $20 billion in just four months. Over ...