For households navigating the persistent gap between stagnant wages and rising costs, the definition of "essential spending" is undergoing a radical shift. Consumer spending remains a vital barometer ...

David Rosenberg, founder and president of Rosenberg Research & Associates, joins CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss ...

Discover how the wealth transfer from Baby Boomers to Millennials is reshaping spending trends today. Explore the financial implications, changing consumer behaviors, and what this shift means for ...

First-half retail sales climb 5.1% year-over-year, supporting plastics demand across automotive, electronics, e-commerce, and ...

The consumer discretionary sector (XLY) rose over 6% in the second quarter, lagging the broader markets amid shifting consumer spending trends. Consumer spending revived in June after showing signs of ...