NEW YORK (AP) — The largest retail trade group in the United States said Tuesday that it expects consumers to spend more during the upcoming holiday shopping season but the growth in sales to be slower than last year due to concerns over persistent inflation and prices. The National Retail ...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Homebuyers in Seattle, Silicon Valley and the nation’s other priciest markets are seeing more properties hit the market as mortgage rates finally start trending lower. The number of newly listed homes for sale climbed 4.2% last month, according to data from Realtor.com. ...
A health care spending surge looms in the new year, and Business Group on Health is helping employers understand it. The nonprofit found in a recent survey that large employers expect the cost to treat patients will jump nearly 8% next year before they make coverage changes to address it. ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans stepped up their purchases at retailers last month as low unemployment, steady pay gains and rising stock and home values helped sustain their willingness to spend despite higher prices. Retail sales rose 0.4% from August to September, the Commerce Department ...
The Resource Center recently honored employees who have done an outstanding job of supporting people with developmental disabilities. During the national observance of Direct Support Professional Recognition Week, The Resource Center held its annual “Everyday Hero Celebration.” The event ...
NEW YORK — The holidays are the busiest time of year for many small retailers and other businesses. But the holidays this year could be particularly challenging. Although inflation has retreated, small businesses are still dealing with high costs and consumers have been tightening the purse ...