discretionary

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It is expected to boost inflation through higher gasoline prices but also to dampen growth as consumers see a decline in discretionary spending power.

From MarketWatch

Demand for so-called discretionary items like clothing and shoes has suffered disproportionately as a result.

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If consumers have to spend more for gasoline, they will cut back on discretionary spending.

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Elsewhere in markets, consumer discretionary stocks took a beating, with the sector falling more than 3% on the day.

From Barron's

Every day that gas prices stay at current levels, consumers are spending less of their discretionary income on other things, he added.

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