Early third-quarter earnings show a 'resilient' U.S. consumer, with signs of strain
Companies from Royal Caribbean to Coca-Cola and UPS say they are seeing steady consumer spending despite high inflation.
CNBC reports that companies from Royal Caribbean to Coca-Cola and UPS say they are seeing steady consumer spending despite high inflation.
This business story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Royal Caribbean, Coca-Cola and UPS.
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