The man who launched the Economic Blackout said he is "trying to cause economic resistance, against the corporations and ...

A grassroots effort is asking American consumers to refrain from making purchases at major retailers for one day in February.

The 24-hour economic blackout aimed to protest corporate and political influence, but early data suggests minimal impact.

John Schwarz, a self-described “mindfulness and meditation facilitator,” proposed a 24-hour nationwide “economic blackout” of major chains on the last day of the month.

An effort to encourage U.S. consumers to participate in a day of protest by not spending money Friday has picked up momentum ...

The blackout was organized by The People’s Union USA and is the movement’s first action, described as “a symbolic start to ...

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

The People’s Union USA, which takes credit for initiating the no-spend day, was founded by John Schwarz, a meditation teacher ...

The boycott planned for Feb. 28 garnered attention on social media and calls for consumers not to make any purchases.

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

Calls rang out on social media to purchase nothing on Friday, but not everyone thought the boycott was time well spent.

A grassroots group is calling for a 24-hour “economic blackout,” and urging people not to shop at major retailers today as a ...