Official data show the annual inflation rate was 3.4% in August 2026, a decline from the pandemic‑era peak of 9%. Analysts note, however, that this headline figure may not fully capture everyday price pressures, and the…
The Conference Board reported that its consumer confidence index dropped to 81.9 in September, a decline of 6.7 points from August and the lowest reading since 2014. While the data indicate a weakening of consumer…
