Size will matter more for Americans in the coming months as rising costs spur manufacturers to make products smaller. Some see the phenomenon of "shrinkflation"—a portmanteau word which British ...

Today, like never before, a new social consciousness permeates commerce. Consumers are vocal about their social positions, and they pledge to stand firmly behind companies that do the right thing ...

Consumer discretionary is a term for goods and services that are non-essential products. For example, rice and wheat would be considered essential items. Meanwhile, cars and streaming services are non ...

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Last week I told you about the Obama administration’s denial of the Medicaid waiver extension request for Mitch Daniels’ Healthy Indiana Plan. Today, let’s take a moment to admire what Daniels has ...

What is consumer discretionary sector, exactly? The consumer discretionary definition includes companies providing items buyers want but are less crucial for day-to-day life, unlike groceries or ...