Tag: inflation

The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.2 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis, after declining 0.1 percent in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 2.9 percent before seasonal adjustment.

Square released the latest edition of its Quarterly Restaurant Report, which uses data across Square’s food and beverage sellers to examine dining trends, along with shifts in consumer spending and restaurant wages.

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission plans to investigate why grocery prices remain high, even as the pace of inflation has slowed.

The fresh fruits and vegetables index dropped 0.5 percent over the past 12 months and dropped 1.5 percent from May to June.

Pamela's on vacation but the Week in Review must go on. Save Mart has a new owner, Independence Day BBQ parties cost more and consumers are getting fed up with inflation, but many retailers are promoting big sales for the holiday.

Americans will be gathering on the Fourth of July for a day of fireworks, food, parades and more. But as you celebrate with your friends and family this Independence Day, your cookout bill will be a bit higher.

When it comes to their stamina for paying historically high food prices, U.S. consumers are gassed, according to a Rabobank BBQ Index report.

With dining costs on the rise, Americans are getting creative to save a few bucks when eating out, according to the latest research from Lightspeed Commerce Inc., the one-stop commerce platform empowering merchants to provide the best omnichannel experiences.

Pandemic and generational inflation has caused American grocery shoppers to change their behaviors, said Circana's Jonna Parker during a Foundation for Fresh Produce webinar.

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index rose in May to 102.0 (1985=100) from 97.5 in April (a slight upward revision). The Present Situation Index—based on consumers' assessment of current business and labor market conditions—increased to 143.1 (1985=100) in May from 140.6 in April.