A grassroots group called for a nationwide boycott of shopping at major retail chains. Learn how to participate here.

The People’s Union USA calls the 24 hours of spending abstinence an “economic blackout,” a term that has since been shared and debated on social media. The activist movement said it also plans to ...

The People's Union USA wants consumers to abstain from making in-store or online purchases, but research shows just 16% of U.S. consumers plan to participate.

"My wife got terminated from the National Parks Service over Valentine's/President's Day, and my place of business is ...

If you've been on social media the past few days, you've likely seen a barrage of Instagram infographics urging you to keep your wallet in your pocket on Friday, Feb. 28.

One day can make a difference to retailers, but the biggest impact of the 24-hour economic blackout protest could be the ...

A retail boycott is hitting major US businesses Friday as an online campaign calls for Americans to spend nothing at places ...

Many consumers are planning to refrain from spending money today during a one-day economic blackout. Here's what to know in ...

The Feb. 28 blackout is one of several boycotts planned by groups of consumers over the coming months to make their voices heard using their wallets.

Will the economic blackout work? Here's your guide to the boycott on Feb. 28 where Americans are being encouraged to buy ...

An "economic blackout" is a time when U.S. residents do not spend any money as an act of "economic resistance." The movement ...

The movement, which a group named The People’s Union USA has started, is called “The 24-Hour Economic Blackout.” The “24-Hour ...