Consumer behavior


Common Signs It's Time To Shop For A New Bank

Feb 24 2012 - Category: Economic Trends

Consumers are selective about the institutions they bank with, and making a decision about whom to entrust their retirement, income and loans can be a difficult one for many adults.

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Rising costs, fees may push consumers toward credit unions, community banks

Feb 03 2012 - Category: Economic Trends

A wave of legislation designed to protect consumers has caused financial headaches for big banks with significant holdings.

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Consumers opt for savings over spending

Feb 02 2012 - Category: Economic Trends

Fewer consumers made discretionary purchases in December, and instead turned their attention to their savings accounts, new government data shows.

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Americans rely on cash as consumer confidence declines

Feb 01 2012 - Category: Economic Trends

Fewer Americans expressed positive sentiments about economic recovery in January, as evidenced by the most recent Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index.

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