Consumer Spending

The Great Connected Consumer Paradox
The Great Connected Consumer Paradox
October 03, 2023  |  Connected Economy

It has been reported that by 2010, cable television in the U.S. had sort of hit its stride. Analysts report that 90% of homes with...

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Loyal Subscribers Account for Nearly 80% of Subscription Merchant Revenue
Loyal Subscribers Account for Nearly 80% of Subscription Merchant Revenue
October 03, 2023  |  Subscriptions

In the highly competitive world of retail subscription commerce, winning over loyal customers is crucial for providers to secure a lion’s share of revenue. In...

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As Consumers Trade Down, Brands Text Early to Boost Holiday Sales
As Consumers Trade Down, Brands Text Early to Boost Holiday Sales
October 03, 2023  |  Retail

It’s hard to ignore the omnipresence of our mobile phones. We turn to them countless times throughout the day, making them an indispensable part of...

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Economists Expect Limited Macro Impact From Student Loan Payment Resumption
Economists Expect Limited Macro Impact From Student Loan Payment Resumption
October 02, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

The resumption of student loan payments will be only “a drop in the bucket” for the broader household sector, according to three Wells Fargo economists. While...

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Consumers Splurge on ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Expenses Despite Inflation
Consumers Splurge on ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Expenses Despite Inflation
October 02, 2023  |  Economy

Household spending is up despite several factors that should be keeping it down. Americans spent 5.8% more in August compared to the year before amid...

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41% of Employed Consumers Tackle Inflation by Doing Gig Work
41% of Employed Consumers Tackle Inflation by Doing Gig Work
October 02, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

The economic landscape has been marked by rising inflation, leading to concerns among employed consumers about their wages keeping up with the cost of living....

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Consumer Strength Challenged as Spending Drops
Consumer Strength Challenged as Spending Drops
October 01, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Times are tough for the American consumer, even without new student loan payments. A report Saturday (Sept. 30) by Bloomberg News catalogs the various ills: High gas...

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Gen Z Consumers Are Subscription Boxes’ Biggest Fans
Gen Z Consumers Are Subscription Boxes’ Biggest Fans
September 29, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

As retail subscriptions woo consumers of all ages, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that, for providers that follow the surprise box model, Generation Z is the most...

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Inflation Slows but Still Outpaces Disposable Income Headed Into Holiday Shopping Season
Inflation Slows but Still Outpaces Disposable Income Headed Into Holiday Shopping Season
September 29, 2023  |  Economy

Inflation is slowing, according to the latest official data. But it may not make a difference in the lives of the roughly 60% of consumers...

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