consumer demand

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But there are signs the jump in energy prices is set to weaken consumer demand for other goods and services, and therefore limit the pickup in inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Weakening consumer demand and wage growth argues for caution, while rising inflation expectations and businesses passing on higher costs to consumers and the broader economy argue for higher rates.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

But the latest memory cycle is being driven by an investment boom, not consumer demand.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Many economists say this leaves India with little choice but to accept some economic pain: external shocks such as higher oil prices inevitably push up costs, weaken currencies and dampen consumer demand.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Although high oil prices and a relatively cheap ruble initially drove this growth, since 2003 consumer demand and, more recently, investment have played a significant role.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency