What Credit-Card Trends Tell Us About the U.S. Consumer, in Charts

Core Insights - Despite the ongoing trade war, government shutdown, and sluggish job market, consumer spending remains robust [1] Group 1 - The trade war continues to impact economic conditions, yet households are maintaining their spending levels [1] - Government shutdown has not significantly deterred consumer confidence or spending habits [1] - The job market is sluggish, but this has not translated into reduced household expenditure [1]