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GovernmentBusiness

Consumer Sentiment Up for Fifth Straight Month in December

The final December sentiment index increased to 74 from 71.8 last month, according to the University of Michigan. The median estimate in a Bloomberg survey called for a reading of 74.2.

December 20, 2024
BusinessLogistics

What Is On-Time In-Full?

Learn what OTIF means, why it matters in logistics, and how it reflects delivery performance in this quick, insightful video.

August 12, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Carmakers End 2023 With High Rates, Prices Affecting Sales

U.S. auto sales softened at the end of last year as higher financing costs and near-record prices took their toll on would-be buyers.

January 3, 2024
Business

NRF Reports Record Thanksgiving Shopping Weekend

Thanksgiving weekend shoppers surpassed their record turnout from last year, marking a strong unofficial start to the holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. 

November 28, 2023
BusinessLogistics

Exceed consumer expectations through optimized last mile logistics

Now, more than ever, transportation networks need to be reevaluated to capture demand and meet consumer needs. Omnitracs can help you find areas of improvement and adapt quickly. Read “Logistics in the Last Mile” to find out more. 

June 1, 2021
BusinessLogistics

Experts Foresee Strong Demand for Packaged Goods After COVID Subsides

Demand for consumer packaged goods jumped amid the coronavirus, but indications are it will remain elevated even after the pandemic eases.

March 17, 2021
GovernmentBusiness

Gasoline Increase Drives 0.4% Boost in Consumer Prices

Consumer prices increased 0.4% in February, the biggest gain in six months, led by a sharp jump in gasoline prices. But core inflation, excluding food and energy, posted a much smaller 0.1% gain, easing fears about a possible sustained acceleration in inflation.

March 10, 2021
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

Amazon Names Logistics Head Dave Clark New Consumer CEO

Amazon .com Inc. has named logistics boss Dave Clark CEO of its retail business.

August 21, 2020
GovernmentBusiness

US Core Consumer-Price Gauge Climbs Less Than Forecast

A gauge of underlying U.S. inflation rose less than forecast in December, restrained in part by a deceleration in shelter costs and underscoring the Federal Reserve’s view that price pressures are muted.

January 14, 2020
GovernmentBusiness

Jobs, Stocks Boost Consumers’ Outlook on Economy

American consumers are more upbeat about the economy than at any time in more than a year against a backdrop of steady job gains and record stock prices.

December 19, 2019