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Kohl’s tanks 26% as inflation-weary shoppers pull back to sink sales, profits

Shares of Kohl’s plunged as much as 26% on Thursday after the department store chain reported an unexpected quarterly loss due to weakening consumer demand, particularly from the inflation-hit middle class. The Wisconsin-based company lowered its full-year sales and profit forecasts as consumers continue to prioritize buying essentials over discretionary products such as clothing, electronics […]

Budget hotel vacancies top 50% as inflation-weary Americans cut back on travel

More than half of the rooms in budget hotels nationwide were empty in the first three months of 2024 as inflation-stricken travelers cut back on spending, according to the latest data from the hotel industry. Occupancy rates for hotels such as Econo Lodge, Days Inn, Super 8 and SureStay were 48.7% in the first quarter, […]