Spotlight On The Market: The Effects of Lower Consumer Spending

Freightwaves reports consumer spending is down, with “total retail sales [falling] by 0.9% month over month to start 2025, the biggest decline since February 2024.” Along with current lower consumer spending, current tariffs and impending tariffs will also continue the spending deficit.  But it’s important to note that in the post-holiday season, through February, consumer…

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