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Consumer Sentiment

The Great Consumer Divide: Beneath the Surface of Job Numbers, A Nation Holds Its Breath

The U.S. economy finds itself at a precarious juncture, characterized by a stark divergence between top-line unemployment figures and the underlying anxieties of American consumers. While headline job numbers and retail sales data have often painted a picture of resilience, recent revisions to historical job data and a consistent

Economy

Economic Crossroads: Consumer Confidence Dips as Retail Sales Soar, Signaling Uncertain Path Ahead

The latest economic indicators present a perplexing picture for the U.S. economy, with a notable divergence between robust consumer spending and a sharp decline in consumer sentiment. While strong retail sales figures for July 2025 suggest a resilient consumer base actively driving economic activity, the significant drop in consumer

PPI

What's Next for Investors: PPI, Retail Sales, and Jackson Hole on the Horizon

The financial markets are currently riding a wave of optimism, largely fueled by the anticipation of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. This bullish sentiment, which has seen major stock indexes like the S&P 500 (SPX), Nasdaq (IXIC), and Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) reach new