consumers

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That means companies could soon pass higher energy costs on to consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

She said this was a "world-first requirement," adding it would result in "fair treatment, greater transparency and meaningful choice for businesses and consumers".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Nearly half of consumers, 44%, remain highly concerned about their ability to afford gas, according to data from consumer analytics firm Numerator.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

The higher inflation from the oil shock could be short-lived or consumers could pull back on spending, leading to a downturn in the labor market—an outcome that could warrant interest-rate cuts.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

What is difficult is getting consumers to stop, read the advertisement, remember it, and then act on it.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell