Consumer spending started 2025 with a decline.
A Frosty Start for 2025 Consumer Spending: February 24 – 28
Downward Momentum: February 17 – 21
Housing activity and sentiment decelerated in February.
January Retail Sales Disappoint: February 10 – 14
Consumers slowed their spending as prices rose.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 