consumer spending

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Economy

Low and middle-income people cutting back on food spending

They are also trimming their budget for nutrition, education and healthcare

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Global Economy

IMF again cuts US 2022 growth forecast to 2.3% as consumer spending cools

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Global Economy

US consumer spending rises strongly in June; inflation increases