Consumer Insights

Consumer Insights
Why Consumers Don’t Care About Monthly CPI – and Why it Matters
October 09, 2023

No one really knows the origin of the phrase “seeing is believing.” The Oxford Dictionary traces its English language roots to 1609. Others say that it was the Ancient Greeks who first connected the act of seeing something with knowledge. Regardless, it’s largely the case...

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26% of Consumers Say Interest Rates Influence Credit Product Choices
October 09, 2023

Consumers are increasingly focused on finding the best deal — a preference driven by loss aversion and a desire to maximize the benefits of their financial products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Older Americans Help Drive Consumer Spending Power
October 08, 2023

America has the highest percentage of older people in at least a century. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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

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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Consumer Strength Challenged as Spending Drops
October 01, 2023

Times are tough for the American consumer, even without new student loan payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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

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 likely to get on board. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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More Men Than Women Have Been Denied Credit at Least Once in Past Year
September 29, 2023

In the United States where credit scores are a critical factor in determining whether you are approved or denied for a mortgage, auto loan or student loan, having good credit is not a nice-to-have — it’s a near necessity. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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1 in 5 Shoppers Pay for Groceries in Installments
September 28, 2023

With consumers’ economic challenges continuing to limit their spending, many are turning to installment plans just to afford groceries, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Nearly Half of Consumers Curtail Nonessential Spending to Tackle Holiday-Induced Financial Stress
September 28, 2023

The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also be a time of intense financial stress for many consumers, especially those living paycheck to paycheck. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...