Tag: Consumer Trends
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Christmas Ads Go Lean as UK Junk-Food Ad Ban Bites Holiday Cheer
Lean Christmas ads: a result of the UK junk-food advertising ban The festive season is usually a time for indulgence, magic, and larger-than-life TV commercials. Yet this year, many of Britain’s Christmas ads feel notably leaner, with fewer sugar-spiked moments and more family-centric storytelling. The reason, industry insiders say, is less about creative restraint and…
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Black Friday Signals Deep Discounts as Shoppers Brace for the Holidays
Heading into the Holiday Season: A Retail Reset After a year dominated by tariffs and the rising cost of living, American shoppers are preparing to turn their attention to the holiday season with more optimism than fear. Retail analysts say Black Friday could be the start of a sustained stretch of aggressive discounts designed to…
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Malaysia’s Gold Rush: Skittish Shoppers Boost Jewellery Stores
High Demand Meets Rising Prices In Malaysia, a surge in gold prices has turned wedding shopping into a high-stakes financial decision. As families plan ceremonies and gifts, many find that the cost of gold jewelry, especially popular items like bracelets and wedding bands, has climbed steadily in recent months. The trend is drawing more shoppers…
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Rising cost of food reshapes Canadian eating habits, survey says
Overview: Prices push Canadians to rethink meals A new edition of the Canadian Food Sentiment Index highlights a shift in how Canadians approach food amid steady price gains. The survey, which tracks consumer perceptions of affordability and behavior, finds that households are cutting back on waste, adjusting meal plans, and changing where they shop in…
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Why Video Game Gifts Are Among 2025’s Hottest (and Priciest) Holiday Picks—and What Parents Plan to Spend
What’s Driving 2025’s Most Expensive Video Game Gifts As families gear up for the holidays, video game gifts are proving to be the most talked-about and, for many, the most expensive items on wish lists. A recent survey from the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) of more than 1,900 respondents reveals a clear trend: parents are…
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Cheaper Flights Today: Are Airfares Lower Than 2000?
Introduction: The question on travelers’ minds Are flights cheaper today than they were at the turn of the millennium, even as prices rise for many goods and services? It’s a question that sounds counterintuitive given headlines about inflation and wages. Yet, a closer look at airline pricing, competition, and technology suggests that airfares have in…
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Are flights cheaper than they were in 2000? The surprising inflation-adjusted truth
Introduction: The paradox of cheaper-feeling flights When you book a domestic trip or an international hop, you might expect prices to rise in line with inflation. After all, wages have climbed and fuel costs have fluctuated. Yet many travelers feel that airfares, adjusted for price growth, don’t always move in lockstep with the broader cost…
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Sold-Out Beauty Advent Calendars Ignite Buyer Frenzy Across Norway
The craze for beauty advent calendars goes into overdrive Beauty advent calendars have moved from seasonal novelty to a full-blown shopping frenzy. Across Norway, many release dates are reached with clockwork speed: calendars from major retailers such as Lyko, Blivakker and Caia were already sold out within hours or even minutes after sales opened—three months…
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Record-Breaking August for E-Commerce in Sweden
Unprecedented E-Commerce Growth in August 2023 August 2023 has emerged as a milestone month for e-commerce in Sweden, witnessing record-breaking sales figures that have not been seen before. Following a challenging first half of the year, the latest trends indicate a significant turnaround in consumer spending. Driving Factors Behind the Growth Per Ljungberg, the innovation…
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The Rise of Sally’s Pre-made Dishes: Affordable Dining Trends
The Rise of Sally’s Pre-made Dishes In recent weeks, the food industry has seen a notable shift with the emergence of Sally’s pre-made dishes, positioning itself as a leader in affordable dining. From pasta to pizza, Sally’s menu caters to a diverse clientele looking for quality meals without breaking the bank. This phenomenon has sparked…