Consumer Spending Slowdown Risks: How It Could Impact the U.S. Economy in 2026 and Beyond
The fourth quarter of 2025 revealed a troubling trend. Consumer spending rose at its slowest pace in nearly two years. This shift sends ripples through every corner of the U.S. economy. Recent data shows consumers pulled back sharply on goods and services purchases. The Commerce Department reported spending grew just 2.2 percent in late 2025….