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Retail analysts say consumers are dipping into savings
Nov 15, 2011
NPD Group analyst Marshall Cohen says if debt deal isn't reached, consumers could pull back because of "distractions." But consumers will shop early -- and online.
Suffering from discount fatigue
Sep 16, 2011
With a plethora of deals websites like Groupon out there, it's possible you may never have to pay full price for anything again. But comedian Kristina Wong is tired of all the discounts.
MID-DAY UPDATE: Obama defends U.S. spending on no-fly zone, consumer spending up 0.7% in February
Mar 28, 2011
Here are today's top headlines from the Marketplace Morning Report and around the web...
The Twelve Surprising Trends That Will Reshape the Global Economy by Daniel Altman
Jan 19, 2011
We talked to economist Daniel Altman about his latest book "Outrageous Fortunes," where he discusses the trends that he thinks will shape the...
U.S. economy grew by 2.5 percent from July-September
Nov 23, 2010
Increased consumer spending and stronger sales of American goods abroad helped the U.S. economy grow 2.5 percent between July and September, the U...