durable goods

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Typically, spending on expensive durable goods — new cars, appliances, laptops and the like — declines when households feel financial stress.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Shipments of durable goods rose by 0.5% in April, following a 0.8% increase in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Spending on durable goods was revised up to a 0.4% increase from a small decline as originally reported.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The same day, the Census Bureau will release the durable goods report as well as new-home sales data.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

When replacement or repair of these more durable goods becomes necessary, there often is no fund available for the purpose.

From The Good Housekeeping Marriage Book by Bigelow, William F. (William Frederick)