budgets
Coverage of budgets in the Nexus archive.
- PepsiCo warns of ‘rising inflationary pressures’ for US consumers
PepsiCo has warned of rising inflationary pressures impacting US consumers, with a slowdown in sales volume recovery during the second quarter due to budget constraints affecting snack and soda sales.
- Africa Intelligence Brief — Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Africa began a new half-year, and East Africa started a new fiscal year with fresh budgets taking effect. The article highlights regional fiscal developments but does not specify further details.
- FACT FOCUS: Is inflation a red state vs. blue state issue? It’s increasing no matter how you cut it
Inflation is rising again, squeezing budgets and making essentials harder to afford. The article questions whether inflation is a red state versus blue state issue but notes it is increasing universally.
- Top 10 states revealed where a family of 4 spends the most on groceries as prices continue to soar
The article highlights the top 10 U.S. states where a family of four faces the highest grocery expenses amid rising food prices, emphasizing the growing financial strain on households.
- Here's who is spending money on AI subscriptions, and how much they cost
Households are beginning to allocate budget space for generative AI subscriptions, according to new data. The trend highlights growing consumer adoption of AI technologies.
- WATCH: Rising fuel costs strain volunteer fire departments nationwide
Rising fuel costs are straining volunteer fire departments nationwide, leading to budget cuts, slower recruitment, and hindered emergency responses. Fire Chief James Pollock highlights these challenges in explaining the impact on operations.