Rising inflation and an associated decline in consumer confidence led consumers to cut spending on non-necessities in February. Inflation-adjusted spending is on track to post its first decline since the pandemic in Q1. Rising inflation and falling consumer activity highlight tough choices the Fed will face this year.
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