| 单词 | discretionary |
| 例句 | While radar stops were relatively consistent with the percentage of minority violators, discretionary stops made by officers involved in drug interdiction resulted in double the number of stops of minorities. The New Jim Crow 2010-01-05T00:00:00Z Similarly situated people inevitably are treated differently when police are granted permission to rely on racial stereotypes when making discretionary decisions. The New Jim Crow 2010-01-05T00:00:00Z The authors found that it was untrue stereotypes about crack markets, crack dealers, and crack babies—not facts—that were driving discretionary decision making by the Seattle Police Department. The New Jim Crow 2010-01-05T00:00:00Z But the Supreme Court has indicated that in policing, race can be used as a factor in discretionary decision making. The New Jim Crow 2010-01-05T00:00:00Z For many African Americans, the use of wholly discretionary peremptory strikes to select a jury of twelve remained a serious barrier to serving on a jury. Just Mercy 2014-10-21T00:00:00Z The job was full of discretionary power and the decisions about how to use it were often moral. Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z Most prosecutors’ offices lack any manual or guidebook advising prosecutors how to make discretionary decisions. The New Jim Crow 2010-01-05T00:00:00Z This piece requires a performer to intersperse instrumental music with discretionary nonmusical actions and sounds. Charlotte Moorman, Tradition Disrupter, Is the Focus of Two Shows 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z The question never surfaces on the rare occasions that the bloated defense budget, which accounts for over half of federal discretionary spending, becomes the subject of political discussion. The Punisher skull: Unofficial logo of the white American death cult 2019-04-28T04:00:00Z Is this discretionary activity in an era of high youth unemployment, of decreasing social mobility? All the Southbank tribes need space – including skateboarders 2013-07-04T18:50:00Z About 50% of household food dollars are spent on takeaway, eating out, coffee, alcohol, food-delivery services and extras, so have a budget for discretionary food items. The cost of living is biting. Here’s how to spend less on meat and dairy 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z She ruled that the EPA’s responsibility to make an endangerment finding was discretionary, not mandatory. Living near an airport could be toxic 2013-09-08T17:00:00Z The push was successful, but now, the Senate is proposing cutting all of the discretionary funding the grants program receives through the agriculture appropriations bill. Making cheese or jam? A USDA program to pay farmers more for their crops faces cuts—again 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z Museums are discretionary services for local authorities so they are an easy target. Hands off our local museum collections 2011-01-14T18:30:38Z Demand that they earn the discretionary material possessions they want, so they don't view them as entitlements. Motherlode Blog: What Children Really Need for 'Back to School' 2012-08-27T20:45:26Z Supervisor Gloria Molina provided the funding for a new nonprofit group, the Grand Park Foundation, from her share of the "discretionary funds" that each board member can spend on pet projects. Supervisor Molina starts new foundation to oversee Grand Park 2014-06-25T04:00:00Z By some calculations, discretionary spending would drop by $7 billion next year. Senate approves debt-ceiling increase 2011-08-02T16:42:00Z At the moment, Ms. Cromwell added, discretionary sellers will not part with masterworks “unless they are offered ridiculous sums of money.” A Crush of Headline Auctions in New York 2016-05-06T04:00:00Z That end-of-summer tension illustrates some inescapable truths about life dealing in the world’s most expensive consumer products and ultimate discretionary purchases. No One Needs a Superyacht, but They Keep Selling Them 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z “Having a moderate amount of discretionary time leads people to be happier than having a small amount, because it relieves that time stress,” Sharif says. Why having too much free time can be as bad for you as having too little 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z “Maybe a little bit more than half. This is discretionary spending, and people are not spending.” Plot Twist! John Grisham’s New Thriller Is Positively Lawyerless 2017-05-31T04:00:00Z After all, a year ago, the company had no discretionary scruples over releasing a sex tape that shows reality star Kendra Wilkinson clearly being coerced -- and turned that sad encounter into a blockbuster. Why doesn't Vivid want Usher's sex tape? 2011-03-18T16:19:00Z In exchange, teachers receive about a 2 percent salary bonus this year and their schools are awarded up to $150,000 in discretionary money to use how they see fit. Brizard, Lewis to share stage to discuss CPS 2011-09-13T22:18:00Z Another Auction, Another Trophy Whatever the state of the global economy, there’s always a ton of discretionary cash floating around looking for someplace to land. Art: Picasso Sale ? Another Auction, Another Trophy 2010-05-05T20:21:00Z Restaurants and entertainment have always been in unspoken competition for discretionary consumer spending. Alice Waters Helps a Museum Cater to the Tastes of Art Lovers 2021-11-27T05:00:00Z Another sentence pivots around a pointed discretionary comma. ‘Billion Dollar Loser’ Recounts WeWork’s Big Dreams and Its Harsh Wake-Up Call 2020-10-21T04:00:00Z Or maybe they're saving their discretionary entertainment budget for the summer blockbusters. Box Office: Limitless Wins, But Where Are the Kids? 2011-03-20T06:50:00Z Business at multiplexes and single-screen cinemas is unlikely to bounce back for weeks or even months, as infection fears linger and discretionary spending plunges. Amazon Prime snags Bollywood premieres as pandemic closes theatres 2020-05-15T04:00:00Z Your household might need an incentive to stick to the budget, like voting on which "discretionary" items food dollars get spent on. The cost of living is biting. Here’s how to spend less on meat and dairy 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z He pointed out that mandatory funding hasn’t stopped the grants from receiving discretionary funding for the past 15 years. Making cheese or jam? A USDA program to pay farmers more for their crops faces cuts—again 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z The discretionary awards are approved and allocated by the foundation's scholarship committee. Former Miss America pageant winner earns scholarship 2016-09-05T04:00:00Z Adding acts that may attract baby boomers with more discretionary spending power could increase sales of concessions, especially as the festival devotes more space to bars and gourmet food outlets. Coachella goes boom(er) with classic acts Steely Dan, AC/DC 2015-04-10T04:00:00Z “When a president is in the process of being elected, there’s uncertainty about the future of the market so people cut down on discretionary expenses such as travel,” he said. For Summer, Five Hot Destinations 2017-06-08T04:00:00Z “Unlike car rides or a place to stay, which are necessities, a boat outing is a discretionary choice,” said Jain. Want to enjoy the last of Seattle’s summer from a boat on the water? There’s now an app (or two) for that. 2019-09-09T04:00:00Z About 9,500 theatres are shut, and business at multiplexes and single-screen cinemas is unlikely to bounce back for weeks or even months, as infection fears linger and discretionary spending plunges. Coronavirus shatters silver screen dreams for India's Bollywood 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z In the book she uses an example of what she calls “a discretionary comma” in the following sentence: “It gives starch to the prose, and can be very effective.” Mary Norris Muses on a Lifetime of Literary Vigilance in ‘Between You & Me’ 2015-03-31T04:00:00Z Humanitarian parole is a discretionary, temporary permit based on either extreme need or pressing public interest, to be turned to if no ordinary visa is available. The U.S. won’t admit this dying Iranian sociologist 2012-11-22T13:00:00Z Defying the pass police and hiding his camera in a paper bag, Cole surveyed crumbling schools, hospitals and workers’ dwellings, the streets where discretionary arrests enforced a daily climate of terror. For Black South Africans, Apartheid Was a ‘House of Bondage’ 2022-12-29T05:00:00Z Advocates assumed the $17.5 million would be bolstered by the discretionary funding granted during appropriations, as it always had been in the past. Making cheese or jam? A USDA program to pay farmers more for their crops faces cuts—again 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z As consumers have become “focused on quantity over quality and trends over innovative design,” she writes, Americans have come to see clothing as a “discretionary” purchase, a trend assisted by round-the-clock online bargain-hunting. Books of Style: Fashion’s Price, Hidden and Otherwise 2012-08-29T20:32:27Z "It's relatively affordable, purely discretionary spending and a great way to kick back and forget about what lies around the corner," she said. Snooki, Gaga and Buzz hot for Halloween this year 2010-10-14T17:28:00Z The company stressed that it will control this space consistent with local regulations, but policing is subjective, discretionary and subject to context. Review | The Helix is a distraction. Amazon’s new headquarters will change more than just its Arlington neighborhood. 2021-02-17T05:00:00Z It makes sense that older music fans would have more discretionary income, but these are times of double-digit unemployment and devastated portfolios. Taylor-King tour hits right note for fans and business 2010-07-17T03:51:00Z The WHO's recommendation is in line with the Australian Dietary Guidelines, which recommends no more than three serves of discretionary foods per day, if you need the extra energy. Is sugar actually "better for you" than artificial sweeteners? 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z But she was intrigued that the researchers compared having too little and too much discretionary time in the same study. Why having too much free time can be as bad for you as having too little 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z “I can’t think either of a retailer, especially one that has more of a discretionary, higher-end purchase, being willing to push into neighborhoods and markets that have less purchasing power,” Theodos said. Starbucks announces push to open more stores in lower-income communities 2020-01-16T05:00:00Z It looks as if a big family outing to a big West End show is not necessarily counted as discretionary spending, in the way that regular cinemagoers might cut back. Lion King's record year as theatreland defies the recession 2011-01-04T20:29:25Z Coffee breaks, short walks and reading or watching TV count toward your discretionary time. Why having too much free time can be as bad for you as having too little 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z For one thing, the pirate kingpins are a gentlemanly lot, what with their European pretensions and large sums of discretionary income. Books of The Times: As Pirates Swash Their Buckles 2010-10-10T19:00:00Z It’s a discretionary award given by the academy’s Board of Governors only when there is a “deserving recipient.” How a migrant woman's death influenced Alejandro Iñárritu's Oscar-winning VR project 'Carne y Arena' 2017-11-28T05:00:00Z A justice department report found a huge racial disparity in enforcement, especially in stops, searches and discretionary misdemeanour arrests, including those of people congregating on street corners. ‘Progress is painfully uneven’: Baltimore, 15 years after The Wire 2017-05-27T04:00:00Z To shake that attitude, she suggests focusing on the higher end goal of enjoying discretionary time: It will improve your life. Why having too much free time can be as bad for you as having too little 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z And keep in mind that the discretionary budget includes virtually everything the government does outside of entitlement programs like Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. The American way of war is a budget-breaker 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z For the past 15 years, it has received both mandatory funding through the farm bill and discretionary funding from the agriculture appropriations process. Making cheese or jam? A USDA program to pay farmers more for their crops faces cuts—again 2019-11-03T04:00:00Z They were rewarded with one-time bonuses equal to about 2 percent of the average district salary, and the schools were awarded as much as $150,000 in discretionary money. Emanuel: 3 schools 'did right' voting for longer class days 2011-09-04T03:28:00Z Official dietary guidelines have used more palatable terms such as "discretionary foods", "sometimes foods" and "foods high in sugar, salt and fat". 8 everyday foods you might not realize are ultra processed – and how to spot them 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z The existence of a discretionary trust means that her inheritance is not immediate; she must nevertheless act immediately to keep the farm from collapse. The Crocodile by the Door by Selina Guinness - review 2012-11-23T22:55:01Z And myriad other sites — focusing on Asian soap operas, animation, Bollywood films, horror, documentaries — are going after the same discretionary dollars. FilmStruck Streaming Service Places a Big Bet on Cinephiles 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z Those who had less than two hours of discretionary time per day experienced stress around their tight schedules. Why having too much free time can be as bad for you as having too little 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z People are spending carefully; discretionary funds are all but extinct. 2010-01-14T03:33:00Z After granting him discretionary leave to stay in the UK, the Home Office moved Ndiaye and the girls to Cardiff. ‘They are together, they are equal’: the agonising choice facing father of conjoined twins 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z Piper Jaffray conducts its “Takings Stock With Teens” survey semi-annually in order to follow the “discretionary spending patterns, fashion trends, technology, and brand and media preferences” of teens, per the press release. Chick-fil-A overtakes Starbucks as teens' favorite restaurant, survey determines 2018-10-23T04:00:00Z Roughly two-thirds of the federal government’s discretionary budget for 2020 will, unbelievably enough, be devoted to the Pentagon and related military functions, with each year’s “defense” budget coming ever closer to a trillion dollars. Killing me softly with militarism 2019-10-26T04:00:00Z To do so he tapped into a discretionary fund set aside for individual projects. Secret Bids Guide Hopi Indians’ Spirits Home 2013-12-17T03:02:14Z Wallop touches on the notion that the increase in discretionary spending and leisure time that underpins the consumer society he describes is down to women being freed from housework – but that bears far more discussion. Consumed: How Shopping Fed the Class System by Harry Wallop – review 2013-01-18T09:01:01Z Overall, as presently imagined, the Trump budget would hike the Pentagon’s cut of the pie, and related spending on veterans’ affairs, homeland security, and nuclear weapons to an astounding 68% of federal discretionary spending. The American way of war is a budget-breaker 2017-05-12T04:00:00Z He was a believer in the gold standard, but became the foremost exponent of discretionary monetary policy. Man in the dock 2016-09-29T04:00:00Z And unlike your salary, your boss’s gifts are purely discretionary. How Can I Tell My Friend to Get It Together? 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z MoMA contributes 25 percent of PS 1’s total operating budget of about $8 million, including 10 percent of its operating support and 15 percent in discretionary giving from MoMA trustees and affiliate groups. New MoMA PS1 Director Leans Into Social Justice and Reaches Out to Long Island City 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z Beyond the legal requirements, individual estates may decorate the label and add discretionary information. How to Read a Wine Label, in 12 Easy Lessons 2020-09-28T04:00:00Z The military — always a Southern-dominated institution — sucks down 60% of our federal discretionary spending, and is undergoing a rapid evangelical takeover as well. Southern values revived 2012-07-01T22:00:00Z It also says the purpose of his visit is not "of a sufficiently compelling nature" to exercise discretionary powers to let him in. Duane 'Dog the Bounty Hunter' Chapman barred from UK 2012-08-12T11:30:03Z “Friendship is viewed as discretionary,” said Irene S. Levine, Ph.D., a professor of psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine and a friendship expert. How to manage a long-distance friendship 2016-10-20T04:00:00Z “A concert by Lady Gaga is not discretionary spending, it’s a huge part of her fans’ lives.” Music Festival Season Has Strong Start With Coachella 2010-04-14T22:39:00Z Mr. Verdecia was granted what is called parole, a discretionary federal program that allowed Cubans to obtain green cards to work in the United States. Falling Into Each Other’s Arms, a Step at a Time 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z But faced with a tip jar, or the technology that replaces that, customers should consider tipping to be discretionary. To Tip, or Not to Tip? 2022-04-19T04:00:00Z Higher income parents spend more on nearly every item with a discretionary component. Motherlode Blog: What We Spend to Raise a Child — and What We Don’t 2013-08-15T17:57:44Z When pay-later services like Klarna, which was founded in Sweden, arrived in the United States about a decade ago, they were largely used for one-time, discretionary purchases like concert tickets and high-end clothing. Would You Take Out a Loan to Buy This Week’s Groceries? 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z "The retailer is seeing strength in its beauty and off-price offerings, which is helping to offset weakness in other discretionary categories," Insider Intelligence analyst Rachel Wolff said. Macy's smashes profit estimates as leaner inventory lifts margins, shares jump 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Walmart's bigger focus on groceries has provided a bulwark against the broad slowdown in discretionary spending with more than half of the company's merchandise comprising of food and other daily essentials. Walmart sounds a note of caution on consumers ahead of holidays, shares fall 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Shoppers spent more on staples like groceries and less on discretionary items like video games. Retailers Wary of Squeeze on Shoppers Ahead of Key Holiday Season 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z Walmart's bigger focus on groceries has provided a bulwark against the broad slowdown in discretionary spending with more than half of the company's merchandise comprising of food, and other daily essentials. Walmart's caution on consumer spending ahead of holidays sends shares lower 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z High living costs paired with sticky inflation has made consumers tighten their budgets when it comes to discretionary items, as they prioritize spending on groceries and food over pricier home fragrances and personal care products. Bath & Body Works trims sales forecast as demand slows into holiday season 2023-11-16T05:00:00Z With some benefits there is a legal obligation on ministers to link the increases to inflation but others, like universal credit, are discretionary. Cost of living: Couple expecting baby spend weeks without electricity 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Cornell noted that higher interest rates, increased credit card debt and reduced savings rates have left customers with less discretionary income, forcing them to do trade-offs. Target puts up strong third quarter numbers with customers under pressure from inflation 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z The holiday season, which begins with Black Friday at the end of November and lasts roughly until the end of December, is expected to be especially tough for retailers selling discretionary items, executives say. Santa's sleigh to be lighter as people buy fewer toys 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Americans have put big renovations and discretionary home-improvement projects on the back burner after months of elevated inflation and interest rates. Home Depot tops estimates as customers spend on small projects 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z U.S. consumers have put big renovations and discretionary home-improvement projects on the back burner as they battle sticky inflation, higher interest rates and lingering caution around the economy. Home Depot leans on small projects to top estimates as big-ticket spending wobbles 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z “Similar to the second quarter, we saw continued customer engagement with smaller projects, and experienced pressure in certain big-ticket, discretionary categories,” Chair and CEO Ted Decker said in a prepared statement. Home Depot sales continue to slide but the biggest home improvement chain still tops expectations 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Target has been cutting back its orders of discretionary purchases like clothing and trendy home furnishings in favor of beauty items and necessities like food. Target puts up strong third quarter numbers with customers under pressure from inflation 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z Asylum is an entirely discretionary form of relief. Biden admin seeks more immigration judges to rubber-stamp asylum claims 2023-11-13T05:00:00Z "I don't see" food price inflation crowding out sales of more discretionary goods as "as big of an issue this holiday season as last holiday season," D.A. Walmart, Target earnings to offer clues on crucial holiday season 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z "We saw continued customer engagement with smaller projects, and experienced pressure in certain big-ticket, discretionary categories," CEO Ted Decker said. Home Depot leans on small projects to top estimates as big-ticket spending wobbles 2023-11-14T05:00:00Z Bain said shoppers intended to spend on necessities such as tissues, handwash, instant noodles and pet food, while trading down and buying less in discretionary or big-ticket categories such as home appliances and furniture. China's Singles Day festival wraps up with e-commerce giants reporting sales growth 2023-11-12T05:00:00Z More than 50% of Target’s annual sales come from discretionary items like toys, fashion and electronic gadgets, according to the company’s latest annual financial report, Target puts up strong third quarter numbers with customers under pressure from inflation 2023-11-15T05:00:00Z House Republicans hope to vote on Tuesday on a stopgap measure, which could extend discretionary funding for federal agencies into mid-January. US House Republicans eye plan to avert government shutdown as Moody's warns 2023-11-11T05:00:00Z It also reported a 1.6% drop in consolidated comparable sales as customers continue to shift to essentials and cut back on purchasing discretionary items such as athletic footwear and clothing. Canadian Tire lays off 3% of full-time employees, misses profit estimates 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z The group had raised prices of its products to keep up with higher costs, but customers feeling the pinch from several interest rate hikes and a slowing economy cut back on discretionary expenses. Domino's Pizza Group flags drop in delivery orders amid higher living costs 2023-11-09T05:00:00Z High interest rates and stubborn inflation across major economies in Europe as well as in the United States have further eaten into consumers' discretionary budgets. EBay forecasts fourth-quarter results below estimates on weak consumer spending 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z They were also bullish towards consumer discretionary companies like restaurants and fashion with products and services that people buy but don't need, said the note. Hedge funds pile into US stock rally at fastest pace in 2 years - Goldman Sachs 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z Consider the Seattle City Council a board overseeing a $7.4 billion budget — $1.6 billion of which is discretionary spending in the General Fund that pays for police, fire and human services. Fill out that ballot and help determine our collective future | Editorial 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z However, the company's price increases have not seen much of a push back from budget-conscious customers, who have otherwise reduced discretionary spending and curbed some grocery purchases as well. Condom maker Church & Dwight lifts sales forecast again on steady demand, higher prices 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z A tie-up between the two companies would come as concerns about a U.S. economic slowdown and consumers curbing their discretionary spending have weighed on their stock performance. Exclusive: US amusement park operators Cedar Fair, Six Flags in merger talks-sources 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z "EBay's results are consistent with other companies we have seen in e-commerce including Amazon and Etsy, which reflect a very challenging environment for discretionary spending," D.A. EBay forecasts fourth-quarter results below estimates on weak consumer spending 2023-11-08T05:00:00Z A University of Iowa study released earlier this year, found that inflation had a larger impact on rural residents because they have less discretionary income than rural households. Biden targets rural voters with prolific spending spree 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z U.S. consumers are wary of spending on discretionary items such as dating app subscriptions due to economic uncertainties, also prompting advertisers to keep their spending tight. Tinder-owner Match issues dour forecast; shares tumble 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z "Elevated inflation and higher interest rates continue to affect consumer confidence and discretionary spending in some of the major diamond consuming countries, including the U.S. and Europe," it said. G7 plan to ban Russian diamonds to further dim industry sparkle 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Much of it, even after adjusting for higher prices, was for discretionary items that suggested that many people feel confident in their finances and job security. US consumers keep spending despite high prices and their own gloomy outlook. Can it last? 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z The federal constitution grants the monarch only a few discretionary powers, with the king largely required to act upon the advice of the prime minister and cabinet. Malaysia sultans to meet at 0200 GMT to pick next monarch - state media 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z “The decision of whether to allow cameras in the courtroom is discretionary for the court,” Brad Rudley, deputy attorney in the Latah County Prosecutor’s Office, told Judge at the hearing. Judge in Kohberger murder case announces decision on cameras in the courtroom 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z CFO Olsavsky said the company in general saw strong demand in sales categories such as beauty and health, although discretionary spending was lower. Amazon's cloud stabilizing, shoppers cautious heading into holiday season 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z But the monarchy has become more influential in recent years due to prolonged political instability during which the king has wielded rarely used discretionary powers. Explainer: Malaysia's unique rotational monarchy 2023-10-26T04:00:00Z The first minister has confirmed that the Scottish government has activated the Bellwin scheme, a discretionary fund which is designed to help councils that face extra costs as a result of large-scale emergencies. Days of rain for regions hit by Storm Babet floods 2023-10-25T04:00:00Z “Without doubt, the very notions of ‘good moral character’ and ‘good cause’ are inherently exceedingly broad and discretionary. Judge strikes down recent NYC rules restricting gun licensing as unconstitutional 2023-10-24T04:00:00Z All of the foundation’s discretionary grantmaking, Rainey says, uses a participatory approach, where residents research and pick nonprofits to receive grants. Brooklyn Org’s rebrand ditches ‘foundation’ from its name for being ‘old’ and ‘controlling’ 2023-10-23T04:00:00Z AmEx, which caters to a premium customer base, has largely been able to mitigate the hit from inflation and the Federal Reserve's rate hikes, which have made borrowing costly and reined in discretionary spending. AmEx's third-quarter profit tops estimates on robust spending 2023-10-20T04:00:00Z EV demand has been on a downturn over the last year as higher interest rates push up financing costs and discourage consumers from making discretionary purchases. Tesla's Musk raises Cybertruck production concerns, reveals delivery date 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z A: I think what we can certainly see in our category is live events continues to be one that consumers are prioritizing in their discretionary income. Even with economic worries, Vivid Seats CEO says customers still pay to see sports and hair bands 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z While consumer discretionary companies have topped the number of bankruptcies across sectors so far this year, healthcare firms saw the most bankruptcies for a second consecutive month in September. US corporate bankruptcies at highest level since 2020 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z Ms Tilly said the dental insurance system, especially discretionary indemnity, was "madness". Botched dentistry: Harlow man took his life after years of pain 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z The general fund is more discretionary, but still most of it is already spoken for. King County will have to close health clinics without state help, Constantine says 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z The matter could not be dealt with by a fixed penalty notice as the excess speed was too high over the discretionary threshold, and so was reported for prosecution at court. Nathan Carter fined for driving 90mph in 60mph zone 2023-10-09T04:00:00Z This category, while it is discretionary by definition, doesn’t behave like others, like buying a new TV. Even with economic worries, Vivid Seats CEO says customers still pay to see sports and hair bands 2023-10-16T04:00:00Z And a cost of living crisis - which has seen consumers rein in spending on discretionary items like shoes and clothing in favor of essentials - could be a challenge for the premium footwear company. Birkenstock the latest shoe IPO to drop in a tough market 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z The compensation was won by solicitor Paul Judkins who referred to discretionary indemnity as a loophole and said: "Nowhere in the Dentists Act 1984 does the word discretion come up". Botched dentistry: Harlow man took his life after years of pain 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z The firm reclassified Amazon in March 2023 – from the discontinued internet and direct marketing retail sub-industry to the consumer discretionary sector, where it now sits. Does Amazon's sputtering push to be a better, greener employer matter? 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z The SAVE, or “Saving on a Valuable Education,” plan allows borrowers to make lower payments based on a percentage of their discretionary income. Borrowers are reassessing their budgets as student loan payments resume after pandemic pause 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z Congress avoided disaster by reaching a bipartisan agreement to limit federal ‘discretionary’ spending — money that goes to US science and other programmes. Government Shutdown Looms over Scientists 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z Inslee’s staff said much of governor’s discretionary spending was needed this year for cleanup and recovery after wildfires in Spokane County. How a government shutdown will affect WA national parks 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z The Department of Health and Social Care told the BBC that it has "pre-existing concerns about discretionary indemnity". Botched dentistry: Harlow man took his life after years of pain 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z When a council goes bust and makes cuts, it means prioritising services they're required to provide by law, while other 'discretionary' services like arts and voluntary funding face the brunt. Why do councils go bust and what happens when they do? 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Not yet clear is how millions of people suddenly having less discretionary income might affect the economy. Borrowers are reassessing their budgets as student loan payments resume after pandemic pause 2023-09-30T04:00:00Z In the past year, clothing retailers have sought to clear excess stock that had piled up due to a shift in consumer demand to essentials from discretionary items like clothing. Heavy winter sweaters, coats pile up at stores as warm weather threatens holiday shopping season 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z Inslee’s office said much of the governor’s discretionary spending was needed this year for cleanup and recovery after wildfires in Spokane County. Arizona, Utah will pay to keep national parks open if government shutdown occurs 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z Whether remaining newspapers thrive as they move online is an open question when people are spending so much of their discretionary dollars and time watching more and more movies, TV shows and short videos. Free Press roundup: Black Americans' news experience, streaming up | Brier Dudley 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z SPD used its discretionary fund to pay for the contract after the City Council rejected a request to fund the program. Decision to halt program analyzing Seattle police bodycam video under scrutiny 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Second, unlike Gingrich back then, McCarthy tried to go where the money isn’t, slashing nonmilitary discretionary spending. Why Kevin McCarthy can’t do his job | Paul Krugman 2023-09-25T04:00:00Z Coty has got a boost from the post-pandemic boom for beauty products as customers splurge on smaller luxuries like fragrances and cosmetics even as sticky inflation has dented spending on discretionary products globally. Cosmetics maker Coty launches stock offering, eyes Paris Stock Exchange listing 2023-09-25T04:00:00Z They argue that the rules for the grants are merely criteria for being eligible for a "discretionary gift" and do not create a "contract" subject to the civil rights law. Conservative activist uses Civil War-era law to challenge US corporate diversity 2023-09-25T04:00:00Z Full discretionary powers are given to the trustee — they manage the lottery winnings. What is a blind trust and how does it work for lottery winners? 2018-06-12T04:00:00Z In this scenario, you are not allowed to use the money that you received for anything except discretionary expenses. How Do I Report Student Loan Money on My Taxes? 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z Opus Private told us: "Trusts are legal structures, and their use is lawful. Opus provides trust services to, and for the benefit of, the discretionary beneficiaries of the trust structure." Russia superyacht symbolises challenge of seizing assets 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Among the 11 major sectors of the S&P 500, nine ended the session red, with energy and consumer discretionary suffering the largest percentage declines. U.S. stocks close lower as investors take cover ahead of Fed decision 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The holdouts want steeper cuts that would adhere to the $1.47 trillion for annual discretionary funding they had initially advanced earlier this year to raise the nation’s debt limit. Speaker McCarthy faces an almost impossible task trying to unite House GOP and fund the government 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Among the 11 major sectors of the S&P 500, consumer discretionary and technology suffering the largest percentage declines. Wall Street slumps as investors take cover ahead of Fed decision 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Technically, some stipends are actually loans that are designed to help you pay for discretionary expenses. How Do I Report Student Loan Money on My Taxes? 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z Target only has "a small window of opportunity around the holidays" to get discretionary sales through the door, said Sarah Henry, managing director and portfolio manager at Logan Capital Management. Target to hire 100,000 workers for holiday season, start promotions in October 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z It would cut discretionary spending by about 8% for agencies outside of defense, veterans affairs and disaster relief and would impose certain restrictions on immigration and the border. Top House Republican McCarthy to test narrow majority in shutdown fight 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z “Individuals and businesses rely on the discretionary functions of government on a daily basis,” the Chamber wrote. McCarthy running out of options to stop a shutdown as conservatives balk at new plan 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z “Individuals and businesses rely on the discretionary functions of government on a daily basis,” the Chamber wrote. Speaker McCarthy running out of options to stop a shutdown as conservatives balk at new plan 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z “That language is not discretionary,” Scanlan, a Republican, said in a press conference he called to address various legal efforts to bar Trump from the 2024 race. New Hampshire secretary of state won’t block Trump from ballot in key presidential primary state 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z Last year, investors and strategists expected retailers' margins to take a hit, as inflation eroded households' discretionary spending and some of the region's heavyweights warned of tough months ahead. Analysis: European retailers risk dressing-down from investors as consumers flinch 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z "Even in apparel retail you have the opportunity to be less discretionary, and more focused on what people need to buy." Pricing in focus as Zara owner Inditex seeks to maintain its edge over rivals 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Action on spending legislation would allow Republicans to demonstrate progress on government funding, after weeks of impasse over hardline demands that discretionary spending be cut to a fiscal 2022 level of $1.47 trillion. US House Republicans set to debate 2024 defense spending next week 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z “We must not return to the days where defense was viewed as a discretionary spend by government and savings were achieved by hollowing out.” U.K. prime minister picks Cabinet veteran as defense chief after Ben Wallace resigns 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z The new batch of funding includes nearly $19 million in fiscal 2023 discretionary money for the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas program, which combats the violence that often comes with drug trafficking. Biden leans into overdose fight as 2024 rivals focus on scourge 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Dollar General cut its annual forecasts and posted a worse-than-expected quarter, hit by weaker store traffic and a move to sell more low-margin essentials over discretionary goods, knocking its shares down 16%. France says Nestle, Unilever among firms not toeing line on prices 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Dollar General cut its annual forecasts and posted a worse-than-expected quarter, hit by weaker store traffic and a move to sell more low-margin essentials over discretionary goods, knocking its shares down 16%. Campbell Soup sees upbeat annual profit on easing costs, snack demand 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Dollar General cut its annual forecasts and posted a worse-than-expected quarter, hit by weaker store traffic and a move to sell more low-margin essentials over discretionary goods, knocking its shares down 16%. World Bank, IDB to deepen cooperation on Amazon, Caribbean, digital access 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Dollar General cut its annual forecasts and posted a worse-than-expected quarter, hit by weaker store traffic and a move to sell more low-margin essentials over discretionary goods, knocking its shares down 16%. Pot firms gain as US move to ease curbs lifts sentiment 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Wallace confirmed his resignation as defence minister in a letter to Sunak, offering the government his continued support while warning the British prime minister not to see defence as a "discretionary spend". Shapps becomes UK defence minister with vow to keep up support for Ukraine 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z "I know you agree with me that we must not return to the days where defence was viewed as a discretionary spend by government and savings were achieved by hollowing out." Wallace confirms resignation as UK defence minister in letter to PM Sunak 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Higher cost of food, which makes for a big chunk of an average Indian's expenses, can eat into discretionary incomes ahead of the upcoming festive season, and derail this recovery further. Is India exporting food inflation to the world? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Retailers have also flagged the impact from Americans prioritizing experiences like movies, vacations and concerts over discretionary purchases. A mixed picture for retailers as bargain-hunting shoppers pick their spots 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z "Our position was made very clear - any discretionary payments would focus on those who continued to support rail services during industrial action," they added. Network Rail axes bonuses for staff who went on strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Under the previous plan, borrowers had to pay 10% of discretionary income — the money left over after paying necessary expenses such as housing and food — over 150% of the poverty line. As Biden rolls out ‘game-changer’ for student debt, Washington’s Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez offers rare Democratic dissent 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Higher-income consumers have splurged on beauty and skincare products even as higher borrowing costs and rentals squeezed household budgets, which has hit demand for other discretionary items such as athletic wear and accessories. Ulta Beauty rides on resilient cosmetics demand to post beat-and-raise quarter 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Consumers, especially from low- and middle-income groups, remain under pressure from still-high inflation and are moving away from discretionary goods, typically more profitable than perishables like snacks and cookies. Dollar Tree sees annual profit dampened by costs, pivot to essentials 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z It will use funding from the Department of Education to reduce the discretionary income that borrowers must pay each month toward their undergraduate student loans from 10 to 5 percent. Student Loan Debt Takes a Toll on a Vulnerable Population’s Mental Health 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z But it has been reported that Network Rail set out the rule in the terms and conditions for its discretionary bonus scheme. Network Rail axes bonuses for staff who went on strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Gross margins for the quarter declined 290 basis points over the previous year from a slump in demand for discretionary goods, typically more profitable than perishables like snacks and cookies. Dollar Tree forecasts tepid annual profit on costs, pivot to spending on essentials 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Demand for its connected bikes, which had spiked during the pandemic, has seen a sharp revision post pandemic as some people return to gyms, while many others cut back on discretionary spending amid high inflation. Peloton misses target of positive cash-flow by end of 2023, shares fall 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Consumers also cut back on discretionary spending amid a series of interest hikes over the past year stoking fears of an economic downturn. Peloton forecasts first-quarter revenue below estimates on waning demand 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z According to the department, borrowers with both undergraduate and graduate student loans would pay between 5% and 10% of their discretionary income, based on how much they borrowed for each level. Biden's income-driven student loan repayment plan starts taking applications 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z "It is prudent to maintain our cautious view on the consumer and their capacity to spend on the discretionary categories we sell," Mitchell said. Macy's warns of weak consumer demand in second half, keeps forecasts unchanged 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Supermarket chains are benefiting from passing on high shelf prices to the shoppers as decades-high inflation and sky-high borrowing costs push more consumers to eat at home and cut discretionary spending. Australian grocer Coles' full-year profit rises but marginally misses estimates 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Wilson also sees fading tailwinds from excess savings among consumers, which leaves consumer discretionary stocks vulnerable. U.S. stocks may start to question economic resilience, says Morgan Stanley 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Charles Sizemore, founder of Sizemore Capital Investments and a Walmart investor, said that the company was being prudent with its forecast as a softer economy and sticky inflation could still dent sales of discretionary items. Walmart lifts forecasts as bargain-minded shoppers seek out low-priced groceries 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z Sales for a lot of retailers have begun to fade as Americans pull back on discretionary spending for things like appliances, clothing or electronics. Walmart’s hottest selling item? The basics. In an era of inflation, its future is looking brighter 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z Other factors pushing down sales on discretionary items included higher food prices and high-interest rates on credit cards, as well as a spike in theft incidents involving violence or threats of violence. Pride Month backlash leads to first quarterly sales drop for Target in six years 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z "Guests are out at concerts, they are going to movies...they are enjoying those experiential moments and are shopping very carefully for discretionary goods." Target's profit boost on fewer discounts lifts shares, outweighs dull forecasts 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Profit came in above expectations, however, as the Minneapolis chain brought inventories closer in line with cautionary spending on discretionary items by customers. Target sales ebb in Q2 and it cuts outlook for the year citing inflation and a culture war dustup 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z Home Depot on Tuesday reiterated its muted forecast for the year after it said it saw continued caution on the part of consumers towards big ticket items and discretionary categories. Walmart set to raise its full-year forecast as shoppers stick to essentials 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z “While there was strength in categories associated with smaller projects, we did see continued pressure in certain big-ticket, discretionary categories,” said Ted Decker, chair and CEO. Home Depot tops expectations again, but signs of spending pullback by Americans continues to emerge 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z "While there was strength in categories associated with smaller projects, we did see continued pressure in certain big-ticket, discretionary categories," Home Depot CEO Ted Decker said in a statement. Home Depot posts smaller-than-expected drop in sales on steady demand 2023-08-15T04:00:00Z At least 16 analysts have cut their price targets on the retailer since the beginning of June as its merchandise is skewed towards discretionary items such as clothes, electronics and beauty products. Target set to post first quarterly revenue drop in six years as consumers cut spending 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z Inventory at the end of the second quarter was 17% lower than last year, reflecting a 25% reduction in discretionary categories like fashion and home furnishings. Target sales ebb in Q2 and it cuts outlook for the year citing inflation and a culture war dustup 2023-08-16T04:00:00Z He vowed to cut two cents for every dollar spent on discretionary spending, the money Congress plays with every year to fund defense and domestic programs. The Other Guys: Lesser known GOP White House hopefuls get a turn in the spotlight at Iowa State Fair 2023-08-12T04:00:00Z “The Biden administration is punting problems down the road by covertly extending the validity of discretionary work permits,” he said. DHS eyes more generous work permits for unauthorized migrants 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z The acquisition is also a bulwark against a looming slowdown in demand for luxury goods in the U.S. following a post-pandemic surge as still-high inflation forces customers to cut back on discretionary spending. Coach owner creates US luxury giant with $8.5 bln deal for Michael Kors parent 2023-08-10T04:00:00Z In all seriousness, there's now a huge pentagonal-shaped black hole on the Potomac that's devouring more than half of the federal discretionary budget annually. “The greatest fighting force in human history”: The perpetual wars you aren't supposed to notice 2023-08-09T04:00:00Z Known for its plastic airtight storage containers and bowls, Tupperware has seen a sharp drop in demand recently as consumers limit discretionary purchases amid higher prices and fears of recession. Tupperware shares soar on agreement with lenders to restructure debt 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z Consumers for months have acted with similar reserve, putting off discretionary purchases and shopping for value. Amazon's outlook brightens on cloud, consumer sales lift 2023-08-03T04:00:00Z A rise in prices of essential goods has forced consumers to cut back on spending on discretionary items, which include higher-margin home furnishing goods and personalised products and gifts sold on Etsy's marketplace. Etsy forecasts downbeat third quarter as demand softens 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z With student loan repayments returning in the second half of the year, discretionary spending is likely to be curtailed further. Simon Property slashes annual profit forecasts as leasing demand slumps 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z Its cheapest plans for smaller durations have drawn inflation-hit consumers, who are looking to cut discretionary spending. Tinder-parent Match sees third-quarter revenue above estimates on strong user growth 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z Food distributor Sysco Corp missed Wall Street expectations for quarterly sales on Tuesday, as inflation-hit consumers restrict discretionary spending on products such as custom cuts of meat and seafood. Exclusive: Thai, Vietnamese exporters renegotiate 500,000 T of rice deals 2023-08-01T04:00:00Z About 67% of consumer discretionary sector firms exceeded consensus net income expectations, primarily due to robust consumer spending. Bumper earnings will broaden a narrow tech-led stocks rally, analysts say 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z The company also said the return of student loan payment in the fall in the United States and dwindling savings for consumers might further curtail discretionary spending and weigh on sales for Etsy. Etsy forecasts downbeat third quarter as demand softens 2023-08-02T04:00:00Z On the retail front, Amazon investors want to know how the company will keep consumers shopping on its site as discretionary spending decelerates with U.S. retail sales seeing a nominal increase 0.2% in June. Amazon investors eye revenue, cloud growth and retail margins ahead of earnings 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z Investors have been lured by signs that consumers have kept spending money on travel, even as a cost-of-living crisis has forced them to cut spending on other discretionary items. Investors still see blue sky ahead for Europe travel stocks as boom abates 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z That agreement holds discretionary spending generally flat for the coming year while allowing increases for military and veterans accounts. Members of Congress break for August with no clear path to avoiding a shutdown this fall 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z However, there are plenty of laggards especially in cyclical sectors such as financials and consumer discretionary, which are available at attractive valuations, analysts say. Bumper earnings will broaden a narrow tech-led stocks rally, analysts say 2023-07-31T04:00:00Z “Add to that, consumers are also likely still concerned about what the future holds and are being careful with discretionary spending that doesn’t have an obvious impact on them,” Mr. Evans said. Survey finds inflation is killing charitable donations 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Yet, they have seen minimal resistance from customers, who have otherwise cut back on discretionary spending including apparel and home goods in the face of still-high food prices and rentals. Church & Dwight lifts annual targets on higher prices, steady demand 2023-07-28T04:00:00Z Under the terms of the debt limit agreement, if all appropriations bills are not passed by the end of the year, an automatic 1 percent cut would be applied to discretionary federal spending. Divided Over Money and Policy, House G.O.P. Punts on Spending Bill 2023-07-27T04:00:00Z Wednesday's military and veterans bill would provide $155.7 billion in discretionary spending for military construction and veterans affairs. US House Republicans face test on 2024 spending bills 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z It is also contending with an industrywide challenge of U.S. consumers spending less on discretionary categories like clothes. Gap, Looking for Barbie Magic, Hires Mattel’s President as C.E.O. 2023-07-26T04:00:00Z House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will have to convince hardline Republican members of the House Freedom Caucus and others that appropriations bills will restrain discretionary government spending at a fiscal 2022 level of $1.47 trillion. US House Republicans bring culture wars into spending showdown with Senate 2023-07-25T04:00:00Z Consumers are cutting back on discretionary spending as a series of interest-rate hikes over the past year to bring down stubbornly high inflation stoked fears of an economic downturn. Whirlpool profit slides as inflation hits appliance demand 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z "The recent weakness in the copper price has meant that we have curtailed some small discretionary capital spend but it has not impacted our longer term goals in any way," Colleran added. Focus: Smaller miners' hunger for cash grows as copper prices fall, sparking M&A bets 2023-07-24T04:00:00Z It's that discretionary spending that the Bank of England targets when it raises the cost of borrowing. UK inflation and interest rates high - how do other economies compare? 2023-07-22T04:00:00Z "In the near term, cyclical sectors, such as consumer discretionary, materials and property, may be the major beneficiaries." Analysis: China's bad first half gets investors hopeful and interested 2023-07-19T04:00:00Z A separate lawsuit filed in April alleges that the discretionary process being used by Youngkin to decide which felons can have their voting rights restored is unconstitutional. Virginia NAACP demands to see governor’s criteria for restoring voting rights to felons 2023-07-18T04:00:00Z CBA research found that younger borrowers and renters, who have faced hefty rent increases, were cutting back on discretionary spending the most of any demographic. Australian banks say low unemployment is buffering home loans 2023-07-13T04:00:00Z In addition, some money market funds would be required to impose a discretionary liquidity fee if the fund’s board deems it’s necessary. Explainer-Why is the U.S. SEC reforming money market funds? 2023-07-12T04:00:00Z “And it shouldn’t be a discretionary action on behalf of the city.” Signs pointed the way to the beach. Malibu says, yes, the city took them down 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z Senate negotiators plan to hold to the $1.59 trillion discretionary spending target that Biden and McCarthy agreed to in the May deal that averted default. Fresh spending showdown looms as US Congress returns to Washington 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z "People are just not willing to spend money on discretionary items when the supermarket also costs quite a lot. We had to increase our prices and pay staff a living wage," Hanna added. Analysis: Ground down: Australia coffee shops an early inflation casualty 2023-07-10T04:00:00Z Republicans have sought several times to block taxpayer spending for the fund and other climate finance, but President Biden has used discretionary spending within the State Department to fulfill part of the U.S. pledge. Yellen Urges China to Step Up Climate Finance Investments 2023-07-07T04:00:00Z Customers are turning more cautious on spending on pricier discretionary items such as apparel, home goods and electronics as fears of a recession mount in the United States. Levi Strauss trims annual profit forecast on higher costs, slowing consumer spending 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z Elsewhere, the PP said it would revoke a law that prohibits discretionary appointments of judges in a bid to ease delays in the courts. Spain's People's Party pledges to cut taxes if wins July election 2023-07-04T04:00:00Z The court also said that giving notice to users was discretionary. Karnataka High Court's Twitter verdict sparks debate on free speech 2023-07-03T04:00:00Z But Kennelly said damages under the biometric law were discretionary, and so "BNSF is entitled to have a jury determine the appropriate amount of damages." BNSF Railway wins new trial over $228 million jury award in biometric data case 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z Under new proposed regulations released in January, the threshold for what counts as discretionary would be raised from income above 150% of the federal poverty level to 225%. Supreme Court's student loan ruling throws wrench in Biden's plan to aid borrowers as payments resume 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z The Education Department has proposed a new regulation that would lower repayments based on income levels, cutting them from 10% of discretionary monthly income to 5%. Supreme Court shoots down Biden’s student loan forgiveness 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z In most plans, the monthly payments are equal to 10% of the borrower’s discretionary income. What should borrowers do now that Biden's college debt forgiveness plan is dead? 2023-06-30T04:00:00Z CBO said that the effects of these spending reductions are also projected into future years due to the way the agency is required to forecast discretionary funding. US public debt burden to rise to 181% of GDP by 2053, CBO projects 2023-06-28T04:00:00Z Brewer said higher inflation rates, lower tax refunds and other macroeconomic issues were causing consumers to pull back on discretionary spending. Walgreens warns of low consumer spending, large drop in COVID sales 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z In May, Foot Locker Inc FL.N downgraded its outlook amid a sharp drop in demand as U.S. consumers cut back on discretionary spend. JD Sports says still on track despite North American slowdown 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Carnival, however, cut its annual loss forecast banking on higher ticket prices and a steady demand for cruises in the face of sticky inflation that has otherwise forced consumers to reduce discretionary spending. Carnival forecasts lower quarterly profit as high costs bite 2023-06-26T04:00:00Z “This discretionary decisionmaking promotes procedural fairness because it allows for a balancing of all relevant interests,” Justice Jackson wrote. Supreme Court sides with Coinbase in arbitration dispute over ex-users’ crypto losses 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z Economists and central bankers are seeing a bit of that, but also higher spending on discretionary items, such as travel and nights out. Economists Warn a ‘Summer of Fun’ Could Lead to Autumn Pain 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z Will consumers start tipping more again when they have more discretionary income? Tipping Gets ‘More in Your Face,’ and Not Everyone Likes It 2023-06-23T04:00:00Z It would be “a discretionary exemption for purposes of basically preserving the safety of the folks,” she said. After police photo release, L.A. city attorney tries to weaken public records law 2023-06-22T04:00:00Z Last year, £40m of discretionary support grants were handed out after significant demand due to the cost of living crisis. Department of Communities: Hundreds of jobs will not be filled 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Rising prices, which at one point or another have touched food and gas as well as discretionary goods and a variety of services, may be one reason why. Fed members, shaping the 2024 campaign economy, head to Capitol Hill 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Compare that to the $637 billion left for the rest of the government's discretionary budget. Ultimate all-American slush fund: Budget loophole could send Pentagon spending soaring even higher 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z House Republicans plan to reduce federal discretionary spending below caps agreed to in a bipartisan deal to raise the nation’s borrowing limit, despite a likely clash with the Democrat-led Senate. House GOP wants Congress to set an example by cutting spending on U.S. Capitol 2023-06-20T04:00:00Z The agreement to curb discretionary spending does not include programs like Medicare and Social Security, which are considered mandatory spending. Some Democrats are already warning of a government shutdown as budget battle with GOP takes shape 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z In Baltimore, the Justice Department said, 91 percent of those arrested on discretionary offenses like trespassing were Black. Consent Decrees Force Changes to Policing. But Do Reforms Last? 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z Positioning among discretionary investors, a cohort that includes fund managers to individual investors, moved above neutral earlier this month for the first time since February, Deutsche Bank data showed. Wall St Week Ahead Investor skepticism turns to optimism as U.S. stock rally rolls on 2023-06-16T04:00:00Z S&P Global, the credit rating and analytics corporation, downgraded Instant Brands’ rating last week because of lower consumer spending in discretionary categories; it did so again on Tuesday after the company filed for bankruptcy. The Instant Pot Was Beloved. Now Its Maker Has Filed for Bankruptcy 2023-06-15T04:00:00Z If suspended, Price would be unable to attend council and committee meetings, execute contracts, use discretionary funds or engage in constituent services. L.A. City Councilmember Curren Price charged with embezzlement, perjury 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z The relentless monetary policy tightening has raised the odds of a recession as consumers cut down on discretionary spending, which is hurting loan demand. U.S. Bancorp CEO says economy heading for "moderate" recession 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z Just last week, S&P Global downgraded the company’s rating due to lower consumer spending on discretionary categories and warned that ratings could fall again if Instant Brands seeks bankruptcy protection. Instant Pot maker seeks bankruptcy protection as sales go cold 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z The deal dealt with basic discretionary spending — the programs Congress reviews every year — but left untouched the big entitlement programs that promise to drive spending increases in the coming years. Spending is up, revenue is down as federal budget deficit tops $1 trillion 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z "The jump in discretionary positioning this week stemmed largely from a big surge in survey sentiment which went from net bearish to strongly bullish in a week," the strategists wrote. Rallying U.S. stocks are pulling in sidelined investors, Deutsche Bank says 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z His debt ceiling compromise with Democratic President Joe Biden set limits that would keep discretionary government spending roughly flat for the current fiscal year and fiscal 2024, which begins on Oct. 'Livid' US House conservatives poised for next battle with McCarthy 2023-06-12T04:00:00Z But subsequent Congresses routinely blunted the impact of the automatic cuts by upping the limits on discretionary spending. Speaker McCarthy eyes new commission to tackle nation’s debt, but many Democrats are wary 2023-06-08T04:00:00Z “This marked the seventh consecutive quarter of year-over-year sales contraction. Instant Brands’ performance continues to suffer from depressed consumer demand due to lower discretionary spending on home products.” Instant Pot maker seeks bankruptcy protection as sales go cold 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z The S&P's consumer discretionary sector, which includes Amazon, was down 0.9%. Amazon leads declines in discretionary sector, streaming companies outperform 2023-06-07T04:00:00Z Purchases of discretionary goods such as clothing and shoes have fallen since January, according to U.S. Retailers battle for uncertain back-to-school demand after ‘volatile’ quarter 2023-06-06T04:00:00Z Allison worked on a survey tracking shopping behaviors and retail trends in the first quarter of 2023 and found that consumers “are making some discretionary tradeoffs.” With high food prices, grocery shopping has become a strategy game. Angelenos share how they get by 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Last fiscal year, spending on earmarks was capped at 1% of discretionary spending, and this year, under Republicans, the cap is much lower. L.A. asked Congress for millions to address homelessness. But getting the cash isn’t certain 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z The deal's first problem, budget experts say, is it only curbs non-defense discretionary spending, or just about one-seventh of this year's $6.4 trillion federal budget. Analysis: Debt-ceiling deal ignores US debt time bomb 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z So even before negotiators sat down at the table, they were limiting their discussions to programs that account for less than 15% of the federal budget — non-defense discretionary spending. Debt limit deal gives Washington a blank check 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z With more of family budgets being spent on food, Walmart and other retailers are rethinking how they price apparel, home and other discretionary products or are resorting to more discounts. Walmart reiterates goal of doubling international gross merchandise in five years 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z But negotiators from the White House and House Republican leadership could only agree to find major savings from nondefense discretionary spending. The Debt-Limit Deal Suggests Debt Will Keep Growing, Fast 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z King will serve a discretionary life sentence of a minimum of six years, minus the 367 days he spent on remand. Islamist terror plot teen will serve at least six years 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Unlike discretionary programs, which are given a fixed amount of money each year, these "mandatory" programs pay benefits to all who qualify for them. Analysis: Debt-ceiling deal ignores US debt time bomb 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z “This debt limit deal is focused only on discretionary spending. If you want to cut Social Security, be my guest. But that’s not what this deal is about.” Debt limit deal gives Washington a blank check 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z “It would trigger an automatic, meat-ax, indiscriminate, across-the-board cut in our already inadequate defense budget and in the domestic, discretionary nondefense funding,” Ms. Collins said. How to Enforce a Debt Deal: Through ‘Meat-Ax’ Cuts Nobody Wants 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Currently, base discretionary spending accounts for less than one-eighth of the $6.3 trillion the government spends annually. The Debt-Limit Deal Suggests Debt Will Keep Growing, Fast 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z The White House estimates that spending on domestic discretionary programs like housing and education would be flat next year, rather than the 8% cut specified in the legislation. Analysis: US debt-ceiling deal averts disaster, but savings might be less than advertised 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z That’s because their payments are based on their discretionary income and household size. The Student Loan Payment Pause Is Ending. Here’s How to Prepare. 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z The Congressional Budget Office said the new law will cut deficits by $1.53 trillion over the next decade, almost all of it due to caps on discretionary spending. Debt limit deal gives Washington a blank check 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z Quarterly profit and sales dropped to open the year as sales began to flag in March, forcing the New York department store to cut prices on clothes and other discretionary items. Macy’s slashes expectations for the year after a pullback by shoppers in the spring 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z The deal included no major cuts to military spending, which is larger than base nondefense discretionary spending. The Debt-Limit Deal Suggests Debt Will Keep Growing, Fast 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z The deal increases spending on defense and veterans' care, even as it aims to clamp down on other discretionary programs. Analysis: US debt-ceiling deal averts disaster, but savings might be less than advertised 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Monthly payments are often calculated at 10 or 15 percent of discretionary income, but one plan is 20 percent. The Student Loan Payment Pause Is Ending. Here’s How to Prepare. 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z American shoppers, economically strained by sticky food inflation, have turned cautious with purchases of discretionary goods and are buying fewer items on every store visit. Dollar General cuts annual forecasts as American shoppers turn cautious 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z The deal to cap discretionary spending and suspend the debt ceiling contains no tax rate changes to raise revenue; it also slashes new funding Biden had allocated to the hollowed-out Internal Revenue Service. Analysis: US debt-ceiling deal dooms Biden's revolutionary tax plans 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z That agreement, between President Barack Obama and Speaker John Boehner, limited discretionary spending growth for a decade, helping to drive down budget deficits for years. The Debt-Limit Deal Suggests Debt Will Keep Growing, Fast 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z Dr Martens, whose pricey work boots have been fashionable since the 1960s, has been struggling with waning demand in the U.S. as consumers cut back on discretionary spending amid high inflation. Dr Martens tripped up by tough U.S. market 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z Under the existing plans, discretionary income is usually defined as the amount earned above 150 percent of the poverty level, which is adjusted for household size. The Student Loan Payment Pause Is Ending. Here’s How to Prepare. 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z The deal would cap domestic discretionary spending in the next two fiscal years, not slash it by as much as 30% over a decade, as Republicans wanted. Opinion: In the debt limit showdown, both Biden and (surprise!) McCarthy are winners 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z The House approved by a 314-117 margin the bill, which lifts the government's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling in exchange for cutting non-defense discretionary spending and stiffening work requirements in assistance programs. McCarthy's moment: Debt ceiling win secures Republican US House speaker's standing 2023-06-01T04:00:00Z The bipartisan agreement to suspend the debt ceiling for two years, which passed the Senate on Thursday, effectively sets overall discretionary spending levels over that period. The Debt-Limit Deal Suggests Debt Will Keep Growing, Fast 2023-06-02T04:00:00Z For months, top administration officials had privately predicted that Mr. Biden would agree to modest caps on discretionary spending to accompany a debt-limit increase. McCarthy Emerges From the Debt Limit Fight With Victories, and Some Wounds 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Generally, your payment amount under an income-driven repayment plan is a percentage of your discretionary income. Here’s how to prepare to start paying back your student loans when the pandemic payment freeze ends 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z Most of the savings would come by capping spending on domestic programs like housing, education, scientific research and other forms of "discretionary" spending. US debt ceiling bill faces narrow path to passage in House 2023-05-31T04:00:00Z House member, voted against the bill, which raised discretionary spending significantly. In Iowa, DeSantis starts throwing punches back at Trump 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z The agreement, which still has to be approved by Congress, would hold discretionary spending essentially flat for the coming year, while allowing increases for military and veterans accounts. Debt limit deal is in place, but budget deficit is still a multi-decade challenge for US government 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z It also limits all discretionary spending to 1 percent growth in 2025, which is effectively a budget cut since that is likely to be slower than the rate of inflation. CHIPS Act Funding for Science and Research Falls Short 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z The main way the agreement would restrict federal spending is through the temporary cap on nondefense discretionary spending. Expert: Here's what House Republicans got in return for pushing the US to the brink of default 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Chief among them are limits on the growth of federal discretionary spending over the next two years. New Details in Debt Limit Deal: Where $136 Billion in Cuts Will Come From 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Most of the savings would come by capping spending on domestic programs like housing, border control, scientific research and other forms of "discretionary" spending. U.S. debt ceiling deal to face its first test in Congress 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z By contrast, discretionary spending was 6.5% of gross domestic product last year and was already projected to fall to 6% within 10 years. Debt limit deal is in place, but budget deficit is still a multi-decade challenge for US government 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Negotiators agreed to slight cuts to discretionary spending — outside of defense and veterans’ care — from this year to next, after factoring in some accounting adjustments. Why Spending Cuts Likely Won’t Shake the Economy 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z In their House bill, Republicans had sought a larger cut in discretionary spending. Expert: Here's what House Republicans got in return for pushing the US to the brink of default 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z The bill cuts so-called nondefense discretionary, which includes domestic law enforcement, forest management, scientific research and more — for the 2024 fiscal year. New Details in Debt Limit Deal: Where $136 Billion in Cuts Will Come From 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z It would limit all discretionary spending to 1 percent growth in 2025, which is effectively a budget cut, because that is projected to be slower than the rate of inflation. Your Tuesday Briefing 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Current law allows states to issue some exemptions to the work rules on a discretionary basis, but limits how many people can be exempted. Debt ceiling deal: What’s in, what’s out of the bill to avert US default 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z Still, the spending reductions from the deal will affect nondefense discretionary programs, like Head Start preschool, and the people they serve. Why Spending Cuts Likely Won’t Shake the Economy 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z The deal would trim that by about $20 billion, and the savings would be used to offset cuts to other areas of discretionary spending. Expert: Here's what House Republicans got in return for pushing the US to the brink of default 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z The White House estimates that the agreement will yield $1 trillion in savings over the course of a decade from reduced discretionary spending. New Details in Debt Limit Deal: Where $136 Billion in Cuts Will Come From 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Details: The bill cuts spending on so-called nondefense discretionary, which includes domestic law enforcement, forest management, scientific research and more, for the 2024 fiscal year. Your Tuesday Briefing 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z To boost research spending even modestly in FY2024, Congress would have to reallocate some of what’s been targeted for thousands of other discretionary, civilian programs across the government. U.S. debt deal clouds hopes of big increases for science agencies 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z It reduced federal discretionary spending by 4 percent in the first year after the deal compared with baseline projections. Why Spending Cuts Likely Won’t Shake the Economy 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Non-defense discretionary spending is capped for six years at a 1% annual increase but is only enforceable for the first two years. House GOP sells deal with Biden as restoring ‘fiscal sanity’ amid backlash from right 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Some of that money will be repurposed to boost nondefense discretionary spending. New Details in Debt Limit Deal: Where $136 Billion in Cuts Will Come From 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z Most of its savings would come by capping spending on domestic programs like housing, border control, scientific research and other forms of "discretionary" spending. U.S. Republicans tee up debt-ceiling vote in Congress 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z The deal, as reported, freezes discretionary federal spending — that is, most of the programs for which Americans depend on the federal government — at current levels for the next two years, with increases lower than inflation. Column: With debt ceiling deal, GOP reveals its only real goal was cruelty to the poor 2023-05-28T04:00:00Z The deal would boost spending on the military and veterans' care, and cap it for many discretionary domestic programs, according to sources familiar with the talks. McCarthy's next challenge: sell debt ceiling deal in Congress 2023-05-28T04:00:00Z The discretionary power to forcibly institutionalize people also causes harm and erodes trust in health-care services on a systemic level. In B.C., Alberta and around the world, forcing drug users into treatment is a violent policy 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z Nondefense discretionary spending would be set at one percent below current year levels, and it is possible that the I.R.S. would not see its $10 billion in funding for next year repurposed for other programs. New Details in Debt Limit Deal: Where $136 Billion in Cuts Will Come From 2023-05-29T04:00:00Z It would boost spending on the military and veterans' care, and cap it for many discretionary domestic programs, according to sources familiar with the talks. Debt ceiling negotiations push toward critical default deadline 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z The deal under consideration would lift the debt ceiling in exchange for holding non-defense discretionary spending around current year levels. Factbox: What's in the debt ceiling deal Biden, McCarthy are negotiating? 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z But funding for discretionary spending on military and veterans is on, as per sources. Morning Bid: Counting down the $70 bln to a debt deal 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z President Biden has balked at that demand, pointing to a long series of past budget agreements that either cut or increased military spending in tandem with discretionary programs outside of defense. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The results come at a time when several other major retailers have taken a cautious approach in their outlook as economic uncertainties weigh on consumer spending on discretionary items. Best Buy posts smaller sales decline as discounts spur demand 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z That’s because the law defines an “automated employment decision tool” as technology used “to substantially assist or replace discretionary decision making,” she said. A Hiring Law Blazes a Path for A.I. Regulation 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The U.S. government will spend $936 billion on non-defense discretionary spending in 2023, the Office of Management and Budget estimates, money that goes to housing, education, road safety and other federal programs. Factbox: What's in the debt ceiling deal Biden, McCarthy are negotiating? 2023-05-26T04:00:00Z The spending cuts now being sought by Republicans are even more severe: the bill passed last month would reduce discretionary spending by more than $3.5 trillion over the coming decade. The U.S. Debt-Ceiling Crisis Could Harm Science for Years to Come 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z The talks over spending cuts have narrowed in focus to mostly cover a relatively small corner of the budget — what is known as discretionary spending. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Higher rent and product prices in the United States dented consumer spending, hurting demand for discretionary items as cash-strapped shoppers focused on essentials such as groceries. American Eagle cuts annual revenue forecast on weak apparel demand 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Republicans have also refused to entertain cuts to military spending, which is nearly as large as nondefense discretionary spending. Potential Debt Ceiling Deal Would Barely Change Federal Spending Path 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z In 2011, Democratic President Barack Obama reached a deal with Republicans to save $1.8 trillion over 10 years through discretionary spending caps. Explainer: US debt ceiling focus on 'discretionary spending' means cuts ahead 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Progress has been made on clawing back unspent Covid relief funding and on capping discretionary federal spending for at least the next two years. JPMorgan May Face New Questions About Succession 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Administration officials have proposed freezing both halves of discretionary spending for next year. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Even as sales to "Pro-customers" - which includes professional builders, contractors and handymen - were positive in the reported quarter, the company is bracing for softer-than-expected demand for discretionary purchases, CEO Marvin Ellison said. Lowe's cuts annual forecasts as home improvement demand wavers 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z He said he had proposed a discretionary spending cap that would save $1 trillion over a decade compared with baseline projections. Biden and McCarthy Set to Resume Negotiations on Debt Limit 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z Congress sets funding levels for discretionary spending every year, which powers a wide swath of military and domestic programs. Explainer: US debt ceiling focus on 'discretionary spending' means cuts ahead 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z Issues: Chief among the outstanding issues is how much to spend overall next fiscal year on discretionary programs and how long any spending caps should be in place. Your Tuesday Briefing 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z Spending for both parts of the discretionary budget would be allowed to grow at just 1 percent for the 2025 fiscal year. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z The Biden administration and House Republican leaders have agreed in broad terms to some sort of cap on discretionary federal spending for at least the next two years. Debt Limit Negotiators Debate Spending Caps to Break Standoff 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z They have also agreed in broad terms to some sort of cap on discretionary federal spending for at least the next two years. Biden and McCarthy Set to Resume Negotiations on Debt Limit 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z Chief among the outstanding issues is how much to spend overall next fiscal year on discretionary programs and how long any spending caps should be in place. Biden and McCarthy to Meet in Hopes of Reviving Debt Talks 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z The source said the Biden administration had proposed keeping non-defense discretionary spending flat for the next year, which would cut spending when adjustments are made for inflation. Biden, House Speaker McCarthy could speak Sunday on debt limit 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z Republicans included 10-year caps on discretionary spending in a bill they passed last month that also raised the debt ceiling through next year, and party leaders said they would exempt the military from those caps. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z Given that Republicans control the House, getting an increase in funding for discretionary programs outside the military would have been nearly impossible. Debt Limit Negotiators Debate Spending Caps to Break Standoff 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z But they are hung up on the details of those caps, including how much to spend overall next fiscal year on discretionary programs — and how to divide that spending among the military and other programs. Biden and McCarthy Set to Resume Negotiations on Debt Limit 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z Republicans have insisted that overall discretionary spending drop as they still call for increased military spending. Biden and McCarthy to Meet in Hopes of Reviving Debt Talks 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z The latest proposal from the White House would keep discretionary spending flat from the current 2023 levels into fiscal 2024, according to a person familiar with the talks and granted anonymity to discuss them. Debt limit standoff brings tough talk, little action as Biden, world leaders watch for progress 2023-05-20T04:00:00Z “If you’re going to freeze discretionary spending, there’s no reason on earth why defense shouldn’t be part of that conversation,” said Representative Adam Smith of Washington, the top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee. Military Spending Emerges as Big Dispute in Debt-Limit Talks 2023-05-25T04:00:00Z To the extent that people holding these notes chose to make purchases with them rather than deposit them in bank accounts, there could be some spurt in discretionary purchases such as gold, said Singhal. Explainer: What India's decision to scrap its 2000-rupee note means for its economy 2023-05-20T04:00:00Z Republicans’ latest proposal includes a nominal drop in total discretionary spending next year. Biden and McCarthy Set to Resume Negotiations on Debt Limit 2023-05-21T04:00:00Z U.S. consumers have sharply cut back discretionary spending, worn thin by persistent inflation. Foot Locker slumps as weak demand, heavy discounts drive annual forecast cut 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z The analysis does not take into account the discretionary bonuses often awarded to bankers and asset managers for their performance, as this data is not available from the public sources consulted by Revelio Labs. 'ESG' in US finance job titles comes with 20% pay premium 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z A deal could also boost shares of companies in sectors that are benefiting from the continued strength in the U.S. economy, such as consumer discretionary, Frederick said. Analysis: US debt ceiling deal could stall safety flight fueling megacap rally 2023-05-19T04:00:00Z According to Refinitiv data as of May 12, quarterly margins for consumer discretionary components of the S&P 500 index is expected to increase year-over-year for every quarter this year. Rebounding margins silver lining for US retail firms in uncertain economy 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z "Walmart clearly saw the benefit of food and fuel sales, helping to offset the pull back in discretionary spending," Art Hogan, chief market strategist at B Riley Wealth said. Walmart lifts annual sales, profit view on resilient consumer spending 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z “There is not a lot of discretionary spending in this budget,” Robertson added. New Zealand announces worse-than-expected deficit as economy stutters 2023-05-18T04:00:00Z Programs would pass if their graduates have annual loan payments averaging no more than 8% of their total income, or 20% of their discretionary income. New rule seeks to weed out college programs that leave grads with low income, high debt 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z Target has been looking to shift focus to household essentials and groceries as sticky inflation and higher interest rates prompt consumers to trade down, but its merchandise remains skewed to more discretionary products. Target forecasts gloomy second-quarter as consumers turn cautious 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z She criticized Republicans' proposed debt ceiling cutbacks in discretionary spending to 2022 levels, which she said would result in "hundreds" fewer enforcement staff. US Commerce chief says green steel pact would combat excess Chinese output 2023-05-16T04:00:00Z The discretionary spending proposals would add $2.23 trillion to deficits over 10 years, offset by tax increases. Biden's budget vs. House debt limit bill on spending, deficits, taxes 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z She set aside tens of millions of dollars in discretionary funds to help create LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, arguing the city needed a museum that told its Latino history. Gloria Molina, Chicana who blazed paths across L.A. politics, dies 2023-05-14T04:00:00Z Ms. Sparks, the divorce financial analyst, advises clients to put away 30 percent of their earnings toward retirement, to be divided equally between living and discretionary expenses, and aging care costs. Divorce Can Wreck a Woman’s Financial Future. Here’s How to Rebuild. 2023-05-13T04:00:00Z The pressure in discretionary categories outweighed strong growth seen in its everyday essential businesses, Chief Financial Officer Michael Fiddelke said. Target forecasts gloomy second-quarter as consumers turn cautious 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z Biden's fiscal 2024 budget request relies on tax increases to reduce deficits while proposing to increase discretionary spending by 5 percent next year. Biden to meet congressional leaders on debt early next week - White House 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z Biden: Reduce future growth of defense discretionary spending, expand user fees and spectrum auctions, extend budget sequestration for Medicare and reduce fraud and abuse, for savings of $350 billion. Biden's budget vs. House debt limit bill on spending, deficits, taxes 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z Even discretionary spending, the money Congress tinkers with every year, is soaring. Feds to run $1.5 trillion deficit this year, and it could get even worse, says CBO 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z House Republicans passed a bill last month, with no support from Democrats, that would raise the debt ceiling only in exchange for sweeping spending cuts, including sharp reductions in "discretionary" spending on social programs. Debt ceiling battle delays sweeping annual defense policy bill 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Late last month, Mr. McCarthy pushed a spending bill through that would cut deep into the president’s domestic agenda and slash discretionary spending, though Republicans have not outlined what might be cut and why. How Past Debt Limit Crises Shaped Biden’s No-Negotiation Stance 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z It would most likely center on an agreement to limit federal discretionary spending for at least two years. How Might the Government Avoid Default? Biden Offers Clues. 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z House Republicans have refused to raise the $31.4-trillion debt limit unless it’s paired with discretionary spending cuts. Kevin McCarthy, facing his biggest test yet, sees no movement on debt limit deal 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z Consumer discretionary companies logged a higher number of bankruptcies than any other sector in 2023, according to S&P Global, with the once high-flying retailer Bed Bath & Beyond among the latest victims. Factbox: U.S. corporate bankruptcies at highest level since 2010 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z As recession fears grow in the United States, cost-conscious consumers have been restricting their spending on discretionary products such as home goods, apparel and electronics to focus more on essentials. Under Armour expects dull annual sales, profit as demand slows 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z In a 2011 showdown, House Republicans successfully used the debt ceiling to extract sharp limits on discretionary spending from Democratic President Barack Obama. Explainer: Washington edges closer to debt ceiling deadline 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The Pentagon now consumes more than half the federal discretionary budget, leaving priorities like public health, environmental protection, job training, and education to compete for what remains. Not your grandfather's military-industrial complex: Experts say new Pentagon stats are "stunning" 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z The company has said in the past that it is focused on lowering expenses with executives cautioning that inflation was impacting discretionary consumer spending. PayPal raises full-year profit above estimates on e-commerce strength, cost cuts 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The food delivery sector was among those boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the effect has waned as consumers, faced with surging prices, have cut discretionary spending. Uber rival Bolt seeks to turn profitable next year, IPO in 2025 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Republicans ultimately agreed to raise the debt limit in exchange for budget changes centered on caps on discretionary spending — essentially modifying and expanding the spending freeze Mr. Obama had proposed in his budget. In Debt Limit Talks, Biden and Republicans Start Far Apart 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z That would have been either a debt ceiling increase paired with modest discretionary spending cuts, or a suspension of the debt ceiling for long enough to get through the annual appropriations cycle. Only Mitch McConnell can save the U.S. from default | Matthew Yglesias 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z Smith notes that much fan spending is actually “substitute” spending — that is, discretionary spending that a consumer would have done somewhere else — by, say, going to play laser tag instead of watching a hockey playoff. Kraken fans giving Seattle bars, other businesses a playoff payoff 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z "There is sort of intentionality around discretionary spending." Shopify job cuts, surprise profit send shares up about 19% 2023-05-04T04:00:00Z The smartphones market was one of the first hit by declining demand after high inflation curbed consumer spending on discretionary goods like electronics, resulting in vendors slashing new chip orders. Qualcomm gives grim outlook as smartphone sales stay weak 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Johnson proposed a "2-cents plan," which would eliminate 2 cents on every dollar in discretionary spending. Analysis: Why Republican presidential hopefuls are keeping out of US debt-ceiling squabble 2023-05-03T04:00:00Z Because of the filibuster, the Senate is already more amenable to negotiating than the House; the existing discretionary appropriations bills all had to pass with some bipartisan support. Only Mitch McConnell can save the U.S. from default | Matthew Yglesias 2023-05-05T04:00:00Z White House officials calculate that the House GOP bill would force a 22% slash to non-defense discretionary spending, putting housing vouchers, food aid and basic medical care at risk for millions of U.S. households. Plenty of attacks on the debt cap, but no signs of settling 2023-05-01T04:00:00Z But here’s the catch: House Republicans do not specify where $3 trillion of those cuts in discretionary spending would come from. Opinion | It’s time for Biden to call McCarthy. A lot. 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z "We have negative volumes in in-home. When consumers are under pressure, because ice cream is more discretionary, ice cream gets dropped from the basket." Cornetto maker Unilever's ice cream sales melt amid private label shift 2023-04-27T04:00:00Z Roku expects macro uncertainties to persist throughout this year as inflation and recession fears dent consumer spending on discretionary goods. Roku forecasts robust second-quarter revenue as some ad spending improves 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z The bill would set federal discretionary spending at $1.47 trillion during the next fiscal year and allow it to increase only 1% annually from there, far below the rate of inflation in most years. What’s in the GOP bill to lift debt limit, cut spending 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z To be sure, the cuts look enormous: Under his plan, most overall nondefense discretionary spending would be slashed by nearly one-third on average in 2024, after adjusting for inflation. Opinion | Yes, Biden negotiated over the debt limit before. He’s learned his lesson. 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Consumers are spending more on essentials like groceries, which are more often bought in stores than shipped to doorsteps, and less on discretionary purchases, Tomé said. UPS cutting costs, revenue and profit decline with slower retail sales 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z McCarthy wants House Republicans to vote this week on a proposal that would shave an estimated $4.8 trillion off deficits, mostly through spending caps on “discretionary spending.” As Biden, McCarthy clash on US debt, what are differences? 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z The company's ad-supported streaming platform has gained popularity with users trying to cut down on their discretionary spending. Roku forecasts robust second-quarter revenue as some ad spending improves 2023-04-26T04:00:00Z So far, U.S. companies are exceeding estimates by more than 8% in the first quarter, and consumer discretionary names have beaten forecasts by 20%, according to I/B/E/S data from Refinitiv. WRAPUP Global consumer giants' bottom lines boosted by price hikes - but will the spending last? 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Most delivery firms were left with a bloated delivery capacity after online sales that had peaked during the pandemic started to fizzle as high inflation dented discretionary spending. UPS expects bleak full-year revenue as demand plateaus 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z Almost half of Americans ranked a vacation as their No. 1 discretionary spend, and one-third plan to travel abroad this summer. Will 2023 be a sold-out summer? Travel experts say it’s unclear 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z “We still have a growing debt path because discretionary spending is growing smaller over time with mandatory spending becoming bigger,” said Smetters, faculty director of the Penn Wharton Budget Model. As Biden, McCarthy clash on US debt, what are differences? 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z When the economic climate shifted and stubbornly high inflation reduced discretionary purchases, the company “tumbled in a way that no other retailer had seen,” he added. Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy 2023-04-23T04:00:00Z Amazon, part of the consumer discretionary sector, is expected to announce results on April 27. Wall St Week Ahead- Tech earnings to test markets' 'most crowded' trade 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z Instead, it would cut a broad swath of "discretionary" spending by 9% in the next fiscal year and limit increases to 1% annually after that. Explainer: Tax cuts, balanced budget: What's not in Republican McCarthy's debt plan? 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z "The rise of the equity market was to a great extent driven by the technology and consumer discretionary sector," the fund's deputy CEO Trond Grande said in a statement. Norway's wealth fund posts $84 billion first-quarter profit 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z “Even if we phased out all discretionary spending, Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid are driving the debt going forward.” As Biden, McCarthy clash on US debt, what are differences? 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z However, the agreement avoids asserting a broader definition of the EPA’s oversight role under the Clean Water Act, saying the parties disagree on whether it’s “mandatory or discretionary.” EPA agrees to make Pennsylvania cut Chesapeake Bay pollution 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z A second report cannot be lawfully required as the project is “fully entitled and doesn’t require any further discretionary approval simply because its development has been delayed,” he said. Luxury L.A. hillside development in severe fire danger zone? Plan sparks protests. 'Just not safe' 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z The proposal also includes $4.5 trillion in savings by cutting discretionary spending to fiscal year 2022 levels and limiting the growth of future spending. White House says McCarthy debt limit plan will ‘devastate’ economy 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z Payments are capped at 20% of a borrower’s monthly discretionary income for 25 years. Relief options if you’re in debt from your kid’s education 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z On Thursday the administration is expected to deliver $1 billion to the fund, tapping discretionary funds within the State Department, according to an administration official. Biden to Pledge $500 Million to Stop Deforestation in Brazil 2023-04-20T04:00:00Z The bulk of the bill’s savings — about $3 trillion, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget — comes from a cap on all discretionary spending. Opinion | Here’s the ideal solution to the debt ceiling standoff 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z “These are barriers to getting involved. They are not all blessed to have the discretionary time to go out and volunteer.” Nonprofits scramble for help amid dearth of volunteers 2023-04-16T04:00:00Z More customers then turned to Target for essentials like food and cleaning products as well as discretionary purchases, from home decor to comfy clothing. Target’s not-so-secret weapon for the past 40 years? Private labels 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z Hern said that all "discretionary" programs, other than the Defense Department's, would be included in the tough spending limits. U.S. House Republicans tangle over debt limit, spending cut plans 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z Sandy Villere, a portfolio manager at Villere & Co, has winnowed his holdings of consumer discretionary stocks in anticipation of a recession later this year. Wall St Week Ahead Consumer stocks' earnings may offer clues on U.S. economy’s resilience 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z The GOP proposal would call for a cap on either non-defense discretionary spending or overall discretionary spending after paring the federal budget back to 2022 levels. House Republicans propose raising debt limit until May 2024, cap spending 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z The retailers noted that shoppers are feeling the strain of inflation and continuing to cut discretionary spending from their budgets. Walmart closes half of its Chicago stores, signaling urban struggles 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z "We will see consumers having to further cut back on discretionary spending," he said. More people entertaining at home as cost of living bites 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z Bank failures, fast inflation, elevated mortgage payments and a softening labor market, especially in high-income sectors such as tech, could see tourists keep discretionary spending in check. Hotel rooms over $500 a night are too much even for rich travelers 2023-04-10T04:00:00Z Growing recession fears over the last year have already prompted many consumer discretionary companies to cut costs to boost margins, which may lead to positive earnings surprises this quarter, Melson said. Wall St Week Ahead Consumer stocks' earnings may offer clues on U.S. economy’s resilience 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z A broad-based rise in layoffs that extends to the middle class and the well-off — as happened in the 2008 downturn — would likely dampen inflation for more discretionary goods and services. Wages May Not Be Inflation’s Cause, but They’re the Focus of the Cure 2023-04-07T04:00:00Z While Costco’s upscale customers have been less affected by inflation, the warehouse club isn’t immune to softer sales of discretionary items as shoppers spend more on basic goods and services such as travel. Costco falls on lowest U.S. sales growth in almost three years 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, Dominion asked Davis to compel live testimony of six other Fox officials, arguing that their high-level positions and discretionary acts made them “managing agents” for the defendants. Jury in defamation suit against Fox won’t hear about Jan. 6 2023-04-05T04:00:00Z The hospital association argued that the president is entitled to other payments and benefits, including travel expenses, discretionary funds and residence in the White House, that bring his annual compensation well over $450,000. Fight over pay for L.A. hospital execs could hinge on what President Biden makes 2023-04-02T04:00:00Z "We're expecting the market to look rougher in July and August, and if you did see discretionary retailers get hit and oversold that's usually an opportunity where we would switch and play offense," he said. Wall St Week Ahead Consumer stocks' earnings may offer clues on U.S. economy’s resilience 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z And she’s cut back on discretionary spending, sacrificing luxuries such as manicures and vacations. Opinion | Why Americans are so pessimistic about their finances Profit margins have grown in recent years among energy companies and consumer discretionary goods companies, such as luxury retail brands Hermès and LVMH. Are Big Profits Keeping Prices High? Some Central Bankers Are Concerned 2023-03-31T04:00:00Z Further, the company would also be reducing its discretionary spending. Warner Music Group to cut 270 jobs, 4% of staff, in an effort to 'evolve' 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z Like other retailers, it’s contending with consumers’ pulling back on discretionary items like clothing and furniture as the price of food remains high. Macy’s Announces a Coming Leadership Change 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z The results showed that consumers planned to spend less on “highly discretionary” categories such as playing the lottery, going to amusement parks, movies, lodging and dining out. U.S. consumer confidence ticks up in March 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z Their option is to pay more for the things they already buy, dip into savings or forgo what discretionary items they can. Opinion | Why Americans are so pessimistic about their finances Meanwhile, members of the right-wing Freedom Caucus and their allies have promised to push for a freeze on federal discretionary spending at Fiscal Year 2022 levels. Military expert: Congress has been captured by the arms industry — and we're paying the price 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z U.S. consumers are increasingly canceling dinner, night club, and pool cabana reservations as they grow more selective with discretionary spending, according to data from reservation management company SevenRooms. Analysis: The $15 billion scramble for Japan's Toshiba went from bang to whimper 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z But ruling out changes to all but the 15 percent of the federal budget known as nondefense discretionary spending, as House Republicans have promised, is a fool’s errand, destined to fail. Opinion | Trump makes suckers of House Republicans. Again. 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Those respondents indicated they plan to spend more on less discretionary things such as health care, home and auto maintenance and tax preparation. U.S. consumer confidence ticks up in March 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z "All applications for discretionary housing payments submitted to us are assessed by our benefits team as a matter of urgency." Rent rise: Sara Lewis's daily Aberllefenni bench protest 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z As of now, the Pentagon consumes more than half of the federal government's discretionary budget. Military expert: Congress has been captured by the arms industry — and we're paying the price 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z But Mr. Kolinovsky proved himself by developing a budget and guiding discretionary spending for his father, whose fixed expenses took up much of his income. I Took Over My Father’s Finances at 25. The Lessons Were Hard-Won. 2023-03-25T04:00:00Z Pubs and restaurants continue to face high costs and customers limit their spending on discretionary items amid a cost of living crisis, the hospitality sector remains cautious on its 2023 outlook. Pub group J D Wetherspoon returns to half-year profit on strong demand 2023-03-24T04:00:00Z Hilde Jenssen, head of fundamental equities at Nordea Asset Management, has bought some consumer discretionary companies exposed to tourism such as duty-free operators in hopes of capturing secondary effects of the reopening. China travel rebound bets turn toward airports, away from airlines 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z The Royal Bank of Canada's consumer spending tracker released on March 9 showed discretionary spending "held up" in February, driven by air travel demand. Even as Bank of Canada moves to sidelines, consumers not ready to splurge 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z However, demand for used cars has cooled in recent months, as people cut back on discretionary expenses amid recession worries, heaping pain on the industry already struggling with inventory purchased at higher prices. Used-car retailer Carvana expects smaller core loss, shares jump 2023-03-22T04:00:00Z House Republicans are now working on their own budget, which is expected to call for deep cuts in discretionary nondefense spending. U.S. House Speaker McCarthy says he told Biden lack of debt talks jeopardizes economy 2023-03-20T04:00:00Z The discount store chain, like many other U.S. retailers, has seen a slowdown in demand for discretionary products such as houseware and apparel in favor of more need-based consumable goods. Dollar General misses sales estimates as discretionary spending wanes 2023-03-16T04:00:00Z Jenssen said earnings from some consumer discretionary companies showed they were restocking inventories in anticipation of strong demand. China travel rebound bets turn toward airports, away from airlines 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z Republicans rejected the proposal outright, with the hardline House Freedom Caucus last week issuing a counterproposal that includes a near freeze on discretionary spending and an end to multiple Biden programs. U.S. Senate Democrats, Republicans to battle over spending amid bank collapse 2023-03-15T04:00:00Z Republicans, for their part, will continue to peddle what they know is a fantasy that the budget can be balanced by slashing discretionary programs such as food assistance, foreign aid and housing. Opinion | Bring back the budget process. It’s boring, but it works. 2023-03-13T04:00:00Z “MAGA House Republicans are proposing, if spread evenly across affected discretionary programs, at least a 20% across the board cut,” the press release read. White House launches full court press against House Freedom Caucus’ debt ceiling demands 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z The group projects that its plan to cap discretionary spending alone, while allowing for 1% annual growth, would save $3 trillion over the long term while “cutting the wasteful, woke and weaponized federal bureaucracy.” House Freedom Caucus lays out demands for debt-ceiling raise 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z He has also tried to recruit lawyers to sue the company, but most have advised that the case is not strong, since the retiree benefit is discretionary. More Retiree Health Plans Move Away From Traditional Medicare 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z “During these unprecedented and extraordinary times, the budget requests both discretionary and mandatory resources to out-compete China and advance American prosperity globally,” it said. Biden budget aims at China with billions for Pacific islands 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z GM plans to cut discretionary spending companywide and focus on growth initiatives to make benefits come faster. GM offers buyouts to most U.S. salaried workers to trim costs 2023-03-09T05:00:00Z The group says that its plan to cap discretionary spending alone, while allowing for 1% annual growth, would save $3 trillion over the long term while “cutting the wasteful, woke and weaponized federal bureaucracy.” White House launches full court press against House Freedom Caucus’ debt ceiling demands 2023-03-11T05:00:00Z The lawmakers behind the House Freedom Caucus plan say their plan to cap discretionary spending puts the budget “on the path to balance while protecting Social Security retirement and Medicare benefits.” House Freedom Caucus lays out demands for debt-ceiling raise 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z The Power Slap League wouldn’t disclose how much it pays fighters, but said in a statement that participants are compensated for every match and can also earn “appearance fees” and “additional discretionary bonuses.” Slap fighting: The next big thing, or unsporting stupidity? 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z “I’m not saying you can balance on discretionary alone,” he said, referring to the part of the federal budget controlled by Congress. House G.O.P. Prepares to Slash Federal Programs in Coming Budget Showdown 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z While staying underweight on European stocks, it prefers financials, energy, healthcare and consumer discretionary sectors. Morning Bid: Don't fight central banks 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The bill essentially shifts a large amount of spending on veterans from discretionary spending, which Congress approves annually, to mandatory spending, which essentially runs on autopilot. Republican Votes Helped Washington Pile Up Debt 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Then 12 months on, he took a prison education worker hostage for 44 hours at HMP Hull and was sentenced to a discretionary life term, with a minimum of four years. Charles Bronson: Public parole hearing due for notorious prisoner 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Macy’s said its comparable sales would be down 2 to 4 percent in the coming year, with its chief executive, Jeff Gennette, noting that “discretionary spending will be under pressure across income tiers.” Retailers Lay Out a Downbeat Outlook as Inflation Squeezes Low-Income Shoppers 2023-03-04T05:00:00Z If politicians cannot “change the trajectory on discretionary spending, then we’ll never have the courage to tackle the bigger issues,” said Representative Josh Brecheen of Oklahoma, a first-term conservative Republican on the Budget Committee. House G.O.P. Prepares to Slash Federal Programs in Coming Budget Showdown 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z Nordstrom Inc said on Thursday it would discontinue its Canadian operations and forecast annual revenue below analysts' expectations, signaling high inflation levels were dampening consumer spending on discretionary items. Lufthansa earnings up but still lagging pre-pandemic levels 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z The budget office recognizes the new mandatory spending but assumes Congress will not cut discretionary veterans’ spending commensurately. Republican Votes Helped Washington Pile Up Debt 2023-03-06T05:00:00Z Nordstrom Inc said on Thursday it would discontinue its Canadian operations and forecast annual revenue below analysts' expectations, signaling high inflation levels were dampening consumer spending on discretionary items. Capital Group more bullish on 20-year stock and bond returns after 2022 drubbing 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Nordstrom Inc said on Thursday it would discontinue its Canadian operations and forecast annual revenue below analysts' expectations, signaling high inflation levels were dampening consumer spending on discretionary items. BofA, Citi cut handful of investing banking jobs in Asia - sources 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z Nordstrom Inc said on Thursday it would discontinue its Canadian operations and forecast annual revenue below analysts' expectations, signaling high inflation levels were dampening consumer spending on discretionary items. Hong Kong's Greater Bay Airlines announces order for 15 Boeing 737-9 airplanes 2023-03-03T05:00:00Z The growing interest in health care among some of the country’s largest retailers comes as American consumers pull back on discretionary purchases in the face of persistent inflation. US retailers, Best Buy tout health services 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z He authored a book touting his “two cents plan” to cut federal discretionary spending by 2% annually. Perry-Who? Michigan businessman makes low-key entrance into GOP presidential primary 2023-03-02T05:00:00Z Target has taken a bigger hit to its business compared to other big box retailers likely because it relies more on discretionary items like clothing and home furnishings. Tepid outlook from Target after 4th quarterly profit dip 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Dollar Tree Inc forecast full-year profit below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as costs mount and consumers restrict spending on discretionary products like apparel and party supplies. ECB's Villeroy sees inflation peak in first half of year, no risk of recession 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Dollar Tree Inc forecast full-year profit below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as costs mount and consumers restrict spending on discretionary products like apparel and party supplies. China willing to play constructive role in debt talks 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Dollar Tree Inc forecast full-year profit below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as costs mount and consumers restrict spending on discretionary products like apparel and party supplies. UBS loses bid to stop Chinese businessman's $500 mln London lawsuit 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z Dollar Tree Inc forecast full-year profit below Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, as costs mount and consumers restrict spending on discretionary products like apparel and party supplies. Tesla's new Mexico plant could create up to 6,000 jobs - foreign ministry official 2023-03-01T05:00:00Z That was fueled by increased customer traffic, but customers are shifting their spending to necessities like food and paper towels over discretionary items like fashion. Tepid outlook from Target after 4th quarterly profit dip 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z While these tools are as yet untested they nevertheless could offer clarity in central bank intentions that discretionary interventions lack. NY Fed paper says government should clarify, formalize bond market interventions 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Target in November had forecast fourth-quarter comparable sales to fall by about a low single-digit percentage, saying it was a witnessing a "precipitous decline" in discretionary demand. Target fends off holiday gloom with discounts, warns on 2023 earnings 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z The demand contrasts with declining home improvement sales and other discretionary purchases that have hurt furniture stores and retailers like Home Depot. U.S. travel companies experience high demand but economic worries cloud outlook 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z At the same time, North American consumers are facing rising energy and food costs, forcing them to cut back on discretionary spending. Uniqlo’s quest to conquer the U.S., one cashmere sweater at a time 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Cornell noted that the company entered the year in a “very healthy inventory position,” reflecting its conservative approach in discretionary items. Tepid outlook from Target after 4th quarterly profit dip 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z And the platforms on which the WWE is focused increasingly attract a crowd with discretionary income to spend. WWE leaning in to social media ahead of possible sale 2023-02-22T05:00:00Z Higher markdowns, however, helped the company bring down discretionary inventories by about 13% at the end of the quarter compared to a year ago. Target fends off holiday gloom with discounts, warns on 2023 earnings 2023-02-28T05:00:00Z Protecting this loophole would be akin to if, during student conferences, a guardian openly shared to the teacher they were abusing their child, but that reporting any abuse disclosed during conferences was discretionary. To know abuse without taking action is to condone abuse 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Demand for groceries and essential items remained robust as rising prices and subsequent cost-of-living pressures forced shoppers to pull back on discretionary spending. Australia's Woolworths first-half profit jumps, inflation pressures loom 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z But their spending spree took a blow from soaring prices, forcing a large section of customers to curb their purchase of discretionary items such as high-end apparel. TJX sales may surge in 2023 on bargain hunting for top fashion brands 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Walmart, like Amazon and other retailers, saw a boost during the pandemic as homebound shoppers spent more on discretionary items like décor to beautify their houses. Walmart beats Q4 expectations during holiday shopping period 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z The range of choices law enforcement agencies made regarding what to invoice makes clear the discretionary nature of the Line 3 response. Documents show how a pipeline company paid Minnesota millions to police protests 2023-02-19T05:00:00Z In the past, much of that spending was approved by Congress in annual spending bills that also fund education, environmental protection and other federal programs, known as discretionary spending. Burn Pit Program for Veterans Could Cost at Least $400 Billion, Agency Finds 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z But inflation could emerge if and when consumers plough their 17.8 trillion yuan of savings into travel and discretionary shopping, analysts cautioned. Analysis-Why China's reopening isn't inflationary 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z By 2033, the May forecasts suggest, the federal government will be spending nearly as much on Social Security alone as it does on all discretionary spending — military and otherwise — combined. As Lawmakers Spar Over Social Security, Its Costs Are Rising Fast 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z But consumers are now focusing more on necessities like groceries, which has left the company with a glut of excess inventory and dented profits it could make from high-margin discretionary merchandise. Walmart beats Q4 expectations during holiday shopping period 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z “We further find that the financial sanction to compel compliance was a proper exercise of the court’s discretionary power and was not excessive or otherwise improper,” the appellate panel said. Trump’s $110,000 contempt fine upheld by New York appeals court 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z The $789 billion estimate includes new money for veterans’ care and some of the discretionary spending that Congress had already been expected to devote to veterans. Burn Pit Program for Veterans Could Cost at Least $400 Billion, Agency Finds 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z It laid off 200 corporate staff in the summer after warning consumers had pulled back on discretionary purchases amid high inflation. Walmart to close 3 tech hubs, asks staff to return to office 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z Medicare is a smaller program but poised to grow even faster, at three times the rate of military and other discretionary spending over the next decade, according to the May forecasts. As Lawmakers Spar Over Social Security, Its Costs Are Rising Fast 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z A stronger U.S. dollar and reopening of closed borders have empowered consumers to spend more on travel even as recession fears have sparked concerns over discretionary spending. Airbnb confident on revenue as travel demand defies recession fears 2023-02-14T05:00:00Z When Mace refers to “agency heads” making cuts, she means discretionary spending. Analysis | Peter was already robbed. He can’t pay Paul. 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z In June, the budget office estimated that existing discretionary spending on veterans was about $390 billion. Burn Pit Program for Veterans Could Cost at Least $400 Billion, Agency Finds 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z During a radio interview Thursday, Johnson reiterated his contention that Social Security and Medicare should be eliminated as federal entitlement programs and that they should instead be considered by Congress annually as discretionary spending. McConnell slams Scott over plan to sunset Medicare, Social Security 2023-02-10T05:00:00Z And the White House is hoping it can persuade state and local departments to adopt new policies by leveraging millions of dollars of discretionary grants. Many of Biden’s Goals on Police Reform Are Still Incomplete 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z He then went even further than Scott, floating the idea of turning Social Security and Medicare into annual "discretionary" spending items. Biden's SOTU rope-a-dope sends GOP into a hissy fit 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z But discretionary spending, even with the coronavirus pandemic, was not the key culprit. Analysis | Peter was already robbed. He can’t pay Paul. 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Because many observers, including some White House officials, expect Congress to reduce discretionary spending on veterans to offset the amounts that the burn pits law shifted onto autopilot. Burn Pit Program for Veterans Could Cost at Least $400 Billion, Agency Finds 2023-02-16T05:00:00Z Republicans have demanded steep cuts and changes to Social Security, Medicare, and discretionary spending—which includes education, healthcare, and climate outlays—as part of any deal to raise the federal government's borrowing limit. Biden White House blasts Manchin-GOP push for Social Security "death panel" 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Capping the annual growth of discretionary spending at 1 percent for the next 10 years would save more than $1 trillion. Opinion | Joe Manchin: Stop the political blame game and start cutting the debt 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z He called for a “bipartisan budget agreement” that would cap the annual growth of discretionary spending at 1 percent for the next 10 years, saving more than $1 trillion. Biden plans to warn Republicans not to use the debt limit as a bargaining chip. 2023-02-07T05:00:00Z Only one-quarter of the $6 trillion in savings would come from limits on discretionary spending. Analysis | Peter was already robbed. He can’t pay Paul. 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Freedheim, from the King County Prosecutor’s Office, said she doesn’t expect a lower limit would affect behavior by police, who already make discretionary decisions about which vehicles to pull over. WA considers lower DUI limit while lab backlogs delay drivers’ court cases 2023-02-03T05:00:00Z It is true that discretionary spending — which is generally subject to congressional authorization each year, compared with mandatory spending levels set by other laws — increased by roughly 30 percent over the last four years. Assessing Political Spin in the Debt Ceiling Fight 2023-02-01T05:00:00Z With those off the table, spending the remaining “discretionary” items would need to be slashed by 85 percent. Republicans Are Calling for Spending Cuts. Their Proposals Are Elusive. 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z Sales declined the most across discretionary goods including department stores, household goods retailing and fashion retailers. Australia Dec retail spending nosedives in warning for economy 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z That leaves about 30 cents that is spent on discretionary spending — annual appropriations made by Congress for things like the national defense, national parks, air traffic control and the like. Analysis | Peter was already robbed. He can’t pay Paul. 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z Their spending — or lack thereof — is critical to the boom and bust of the service sector and businesses that rely on discretionary purchases, such as home furnishings and appliances. Opinion | What the mass tech layoffs mean for the U.S. economy 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z To win over opponents in his campaign for the speakership, McCarthy also agreed to cap discretionary spending, which could strangle government funding for clean energy and conservation measures. These 6 GOP leaders will shift Congress on climate Pet expenses, including for health care, are largely considered discretionary. Underwater treadmills, heated rehab pools: How vets are building palatial pet clinics 2023-01-22T05:00:00Z Some of the charges are unavoidable, but most are discretionary add-ons. Love that cheap cruise price? Don’t forget the boatload of fees. 2023-01-15T05:00:00Z Until recently, the discretionary part of the budget pie has been shrinking. Analysis | Peter was already robbed. He can’t pay Paul. 2023-01-26T05:00:00Z After splurging on vacations for most of last year, consumers have started cutting down on discretionary expenses as the Federal Reserve aggressively tightened monetary policy, raising fears of a recession and prompting massive layoffs. Visa, Mastercard pin hopes on China reopening as travel boom fades 2023-01-27T05:00:00Z In doing so, the board violated the requirement that it “endeavor diligently” to contact victims before making discretionary parole decisions 83 times, according to the report. AG: Ex-parole board chair violated law; too late for charges 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z Subsequently, they have pulled back on buying discretionary items like apparel. Kohl’s Closing in on Naming Permanent C.E.O. 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z The other is a discretionary release by ICE, which can be done either on an order of recognizance, an order of supervision or through the Homeland Security secretary’s power of parole. DHS released 1,100 criminals from detention in December 2023-01-25T05:00:00Z |
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