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Buy now, stock up or delay: Here's what consumers are snapping up or putting off in face of tariffs

1. Consumers rush to buy vehicles before tariff-related price hikes. 2. Retail sales outside autos show lower consumer spending trends. 3. Consumer surveys reveal hesitance, with many delaying major purchases. 4. Tariffs have led to a conservation mentality in consumer spending. 5. Uncertainty in international trade impacts overall consumer confidence.

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Why Bearish?

Consumer hesitation and declining spending may negatively influence S&P 500 earnings, similar to previous recessionary periods. Historical downturns often correlate with decreased consumer confidence and spending.

How important is it?

The hesitance in consumer spending due to economic uncertainty can substantially impact corporate earnings, directly affecting S&P 500 performance.

Why Short Term?

The immediate impact of tariff-induced consumer caution is observable now. Previous retail slowdowns significantly correlated with earnings declines for S&P companies in the short term.

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