Consumer demand has slowed despite an increase in income levels, said the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF) as it yet again kept the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 0.25 per cent for the fifth year running. This, it said, was indicated by lower annual growth in VAT collections and a reduction in consumption loans. Meanwhile,
WASHINGTON >> The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady today and signaled it is still leaning towards eventual reductions in borrowing costs, but put a red flag on recent disappointing inflation readings and suggested a possible stall in the movement towards more balance in the economy.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, various supply chain issues and high inflation, Starbucks could still count on its consumers to buy their iced oat milk lattes. But that economic certainty may be in doubt after the coffee giant reported weaker-than-expected revenue and earnings in the latest quarter.
Consumers are using mobile wallets more, but it is taking a while for them to grow accustomed to utilizing the technology to pay in stores, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals. By the Numbers The PYMNTS Intelligence report last year, “The Mobile Wallet Challenge: Replacing Physical With Digital,” created in collaboration with ACI Worldwide, drew from a census-balanced survey […]
During a vibrant two-hour show, the Stones, who've been touring for more than 60 years, played with the energy of band that was on tour for the first time.
Time marches on and all good things must come to an end. But don’t tell that to The Rolling Stones. What many believe to be the greatest rock ’n’ roll band in the world showed no signs of slowing down anytime soon as they kicked off their latest tour Sunday
What many believe to be the greatest rock ’n’ roll band in the world showed no signs of slowing down anytime soon as they kicked off their latest tour Sunday night at Houston’s NRG Stadium.
After a strong winter for the US labor market, economists expect hiring to
This summer is the last chance Newcastle will have to recoup a fee for the
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the U.S. Federal Reserve chose to maintain the benchmark interest rates at their highest in 23 years. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members noted that although inflation has subsided, it still “remains elevated.” No Change in Federal Funds Rate; Fed Continues Watchful Eye on Inflation Risks On Wednesday, the […]
Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly danced together and got affectionate during Jelly Roll's set at Stagecoach Festival on Friday, April 26. The couple also danced with Jelly Roll and his wife, Bunnie XO, during Nickelback’s set at the festival.
The 37-year-old actress and the 34-year-old rapper showed their affection for one another as they slowly danced during Jelly Roll's set at the annual country music festival, according to TMZ.