Article Summary Consumer sentiment has declined by 30% since January, driven by growing concerns over inflation and economic uncertainty. Rising prices for essentials such as groceries and fuel have contributed to the downturn, with many consumers...
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Article Summary Jack in the Box has received strong interest from potential buyers for Del Taco, despite the brand’s ongoing financial struggles. CEO Lance Tucker stated...
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Article Summary The plant-based meat trend has faced significant setbacks, with some industry analysts questioning its long-term viability. The upscale plant-based...
Read MoreArticle Summary According to new data from Technomic, 32 restaurant chains in the top 500 experienced double-digit sales declines in 2024. Red Lobster saw the steepest drop, with a 23% decline in sales and a 20.2% reduction in unit count, following...
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Article Summary A new study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) highlights ongoing challenges in housing affordability across the U.S. Households earning $75,000...
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Article Summary Mortgage rates increased slightly in the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.81% as of May 15,...
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Article Summary Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell to 34 in May, down six points from April. This marks the lowest reading since...
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Article Summary Zillow’s latest data reveals that new home listings increased by 9.8% from March to April 2025, and 7.6% year-over-year, surpassing sales growth nationwide....
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Article Summary The World Diamond Council is lobbying to exempt natural diamonds from U.S. tariffs, arguing that the current 10% tariff on Indian imports—set to rise to 26%...
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Article Summary The 11th annual TEFAF New York show is showcasing an impressive collection of fine jewelry at the Park Avenue Armory. Among the standout pieces is the...
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