Brian Moynihan, CEO of Bank of America, notes that despite rising consumer pessimism, spending remains robust, with a 6% increase in early 2025 compared to last year. Consumers are adapting their shopping habits, opting for more frequent, smaller purchases while facing inflationary pressures, particularly on essentials like eggs. While growth is projected at 2.5% for the first half of the year, potential tariffs may lower this estimate to around 2%.