#Retail sales fall 0.6% in November after rising in October

#Retail sales fall 0.6% in November after rising in October

“Retail sales fall 0.6% in November after rising in October” Americans cut back sharply on retail spending last month as the holiday shopping season began with high prices and rising interest rates forcing families, particularly lower income households, to make harder decisions about what they buy. Retail sales fell 0.6% from October to November after a sharp 1.3% rise…

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#Democrats dare to sound bullish on the economy

#Democrats dare to sound bullish on the economy

Democrats dare to sound bullish on the economy Democrats are starting to feel good about the economy’s direction, with a five-month downward trend in prices and less aggressive action on interest rates signaling a possible change in fortunes.  “I think we’re in a better moment, I think we’re in a better moment,” said Sen. Jon…

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