Listen "Struggling to Make Ends Meet: Dollar General Sounds the Alarm"
Episode Synopsis
Dollar General reports that low-income Americans, especially those earning under $40,000 annually, are cutting back on basic necessities due to ongoing inflation. Despite rising middle-income shoppers, the retailer warns that financial pressures are worsening for its core customers. Broader economic challenges, including potential new tariffs, could further tighten household budgets, reflecting a larger consumer slowdown reported by other major companies.
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