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US consumers start pinching pennies

FT News Briefing

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Intro

This chapter explores the conflicting economic indicators in the U.S., where consumer spending is waning even as the stock market shows optimism. It examines how companies like McDonald's and Walmart are adjusting to these challenges and discusses the influence of job market data on investor confidence and corporate performance.

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