"Consumption expenditures" refers to the money we spend on goods and services for our personal use or enjoyment. It includes everything we buy, such as food, clothes, electronics, and going out to eat. Full definition
The gauge is not the central bank's most closely watched measure — that would be the personal consumption expenditures index — but still could figure into decisions on interest rates. (cnbc.com)
It represents consumption expenditure by households in Australian metropolitan areas. (moneysmart.gov.au)
Personal consumption expenditures expanded at a 4.3 % annual rate for the quarter, exceeding expectations. (eyeonhousing.org)