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From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink their spending
U.S. consumers are adjusting their spending habits, with retailers noting a shift toward essentials amid rising fuel prices linked to the Iran war. Despite these changes, consumers have not halted spending entirely.
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