Off-price retailers shine as consumer moods sour
The U.S. economy in late 2023 shows signs of stagnation, with sluggish job growth, rising unemployment, and missing inflation data due to a government reporting delay. Despite political polarization affecting consumer sentiment, underlying economic indicators suggest a 'no hire, no fire'
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