Quoted Guests / Experts (Michael Lasser; Steve Odland)
Market and consumer-economy experts quoted in the episode to provide analysis on consumer spending and holiday retail trends.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 1min
Consumers Say One Thing And Do Another 11/21/25
Market experts Michael Lasser and Steve Odland delve into the intriguing disconnect between what consumers say and what they actually spend. Lasser highlights how strong back-to-school sales can predict holiday retail success. Odland discusses the surprising tendency of consumers to overspend during festive seasons despite claims of cutbacks, linking this behavior to job security and a cultural drive to celebrate. Their insights reveal how consumer spending remains a major force driving the U.S. economy.
