Richard Curtin

Consumer Spending in U.S. Climbs by Most in Five Months

Consumer spending climbed in February by the most in five months and confidence unexpectedly improved in March, showing job-market gains are helping Americans overcome tax increases and concern about federal budget cuts.

Winnebago's First Takeover in 20 Years Widens Lineup for Economic Rebound

Winnebago Industries Inc. , the biggest U.S. maker of motor homes, may make its first acquisition in more than 20 years, signaling the recreational- vehicle market sees a sustained economic recovery.

Michigan Consumer Sentiment Declines More Than Forecast

Confidence among consumers fell more than forecast in December, reaching a four-month low as Americans grew concerned about the possibility of higher taxes next year.

Fed Confidence in Transitory Inflation Hinges on Low Wage Gains

Brady Miller is paying more for vinyl siding for his construction business and for groceries to feed his family. He can’t charge customers more, showing why some Federal Reserve officials say inflation will ease.

Consumer Sentiment in U.S. Rose to Three-Month High

Consumer confidence improved more than projected in August as merchant discounts and record-low interest rates help U.S. households bolster finances.

Consumer Sentiment in U.S. Climbs to Highest Since 2007

Consumer confidence rose in May to the highest level since October 2007 as Americans became more upbeat about the prospects for employment.

Economies in Peril Proving Voters Aren’t Careful About What Is Wished For

The world economy is paying a price for democracy.

Bernanke Models Prove Faulty as Forecasts Succumb to Change

Chairman Ben S. Bernanke and his Federal Reserve colleagues are preparing to meet next week as two-year Treasury yields near a record low signal a U.S. economy on the knife’s edge between growth and contraction.

Rise in Inflation Expectations Recalls Hurricane Katrina: Chart of the Day

A jump in inflation expectations probably won’t concern Federal Reserve officials meeting next week because it reflects a surge in gasoline prices rather than the outlook for broader costs, economists said.

"Consumers discounted the administration's warning about economic catastrophe following the cuts in federal spending, and consumers have renewed their expectations that job gains will accelerate in the months ahead."

- Richard Curtin on Mar 29, 2013

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