consumer demand

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Weakening consumer demand and wage growth argues for caution, while rising inflation expectations and businesses passing on higher costs to consumers and the broader economy argue for higher rates.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

The French economy slowed in 2025 as tight fiscal conditions weighed on private investment and consumer demand, while concerns intensified over the stability of government debt.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Ultra-cheap fast food and coffee chains are rapidly expanding in China’s lower-tier cities, driven by consumer demand for affordability.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Many economists say this leaves India with little choice but to accept some economic pain: external shocks such as higher oil prices inevitably push up costs, weaken currencies and dampen consumer demand.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Indeed, total civil production by the defense sector fell in 1992 because of shortages of inputs and lower consumer demand caused by higher prices.

From The 1993 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency