Business
Consumer Spending Trends and Mergers
Consumer spending rose sharply in September, driven by increased costs for gas and transportation. DoorDash and Instacart are considering a merger that could face regulatory scrutiny.
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MarketWatch
The companies say their proposed merger will help smaller grocers compete, but analysts wonder if regulators will conduct an “extended review” of antitrust risks.
2026-10-29 12:58 UTC
MarketWatch
Consumer spending rose sharply in September, but it largely reflected households spending more on gas and transportation after an increase in energy costs.
2026-10-29 13:01 UTC