Consumer Confidence

The apparel retailer's sharp Q2 drop reveals a troubling reality: even value brands are feeling the pinch as inflation erodes the budgets of core consumers.

A new wave of homebuyers, led by financially confident veterans, are tired of waiting. Armed with AI tools, they're forging ahead in a tough housing market.

After years of volatility, used car prices are finally stabilizing. But with household debt at record highs, this market shift reveals a deeper economic truth.

Home prices are falling and inventory is plentiful, yet buyer demand remains frozen. A look at the economic crosswinds pinning down one of BC's key markets.

Six months of job growth from small firms paint a picture of resilience, but a closer look reveals a split reality, with healthcare booming and hospitality cooling.

A new survey shows record back-to-school spending, but a closer look reveals a consumer stretched thin, hunting for value, and flocking back to physical stores.

Amidst high interest rates and a 5.6% drop in new home sales, MPCs are up 3%. This isn't just a trend; it's a fundamental shift in homebuyer priorities.

A new poll shows Hispanic consumers feel better about their personal finances, but deep concerns over housing and the broader economy reveal a fragile recovery.

A record July travel surge, fueled by cheaper gas, signals a road trip revival. But with lodging prices soaring and a widening regional divide, is this recovery built to last?

After a slow start, Canada's housing market is stirring. Pent-up demand meets economic caution, creating a complex picture of regional divides.

While falling oil prices boost future outlooks, a five-year high in perceived job scarcity reveals a fragile economic balance for American households.

The spring housing market fizzled as sellers, locked in by low mortgage rates, retreat. This is creating a rare opening for buyers to gain leverage.

The 'Sacred Journey' exhibition isn't just about history. It's a powerful look at how Indigenous knowledge is shaping our understanding of science and community.

Beyond deep discounts, COSRX's Amazon Prime Day offensive reveals a masterclass in digital strategy, leveraging viral products to dominate Europe's beauty market.

As Spokane County reels from a devastating wildfire, U-Haul's offer of free storage highlights the crucial, complex role of corporate aid in disaster recovery.

A new study reveals consumer interest in regenerative agriculture is surging, but it's driven by personal health and nutrition, not just environmentalism.

Courtney Adeleye, who built a $100M brand, returns to CURLFEST® as a leader. Her journey reveals a new blueprint for innovation and representation.

Moneris's new MCP server aims to standardize AI-driven transactions, offering Canadian businesses a secure path into the emerging world of agentic commerce.

The iconic Commodore brand is back with a phone that blocks social media and browsers. Is this nostalgic, privacy-first flip phone a strategic masterstroke?

As P.C. Richard & Son ties its summer sale to America's 250th, we look at the strategy behind the savings and if a 116-year legacy can win today's consumer.