Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.
This year's holiday shopping kickoff arrived as consumer confidence in the U.S. economy fell this month in the aftermath of the federal government shutdown, weak hiring and stubborn inflation.
Sales increased modestly in September as resilient consumers moderated their spending after splurging over the summer.
Facility employs nearly one-third of residents of Lexington, Neb., and its closure in January could undermine the profits of ranchers across the nation.
Retailer struggles to lure shoppers pressed by stubbornly high inflation
Average cost of holiday meal for 10 people is $55.18, according to American Farm Bureau Federation
It’s part of a fast-food industry trend of restaurants struggling to attract low-income customers amid elevated inflation
Fast-food chain’s CEO warns that customers remain under economic pressure, which is a problem he sees continuing well into 2026.
The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated.
The USDA said each Farm Service Agency office will have two workers who will be paid even though the government remains closed.
Experts say the president’s move probably wouldn’t lead to cheaper prices at grocery stores.
In a conversation with Investigate Midwest, more than a dozen vendors at the Des Moines Downtown Farmers Market describe how inflation, falling crop prices and tariffs are reshaping their livelihoods.
Sandwich maker Potbelly is being acquired by the gas station and convenience store chain RaceTrac for $566 million.
McDonald's is cutting prices on some combo meals to woo back customers who've been turned off by the rising costs of grabbing a fast food meal.
Farmers and ranchers across the U.S. would love to take greater advantage of the high prices, but with the U.S. herd at record lows, they can't meet the demand quickly.
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