consumer behavior

Apple iPhone Remains Teens’ Preferred Mobile Device
Apple iPhone Remains Teens’ Preferred Mobile Device
October 10, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

The Apple iPhone is reportedly on track to remain the mobile device of choice of nearly nine in 10 teens.  Eighty-seven percent of teens own...

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Nearly 3 in 4 Shoppers Rely on Installment Plans to Control Holiday Spending
Nearly 3 in 4 Shoppers Rely on Installment Plans to Control Holiday Spending
October 10, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

Accounting for nearly 20% of annual retail sales, the holiday season, which spans November and December, is a critical period for both merchants and consumers. ...

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Consumers Fuel Uber’s Newest Return Service 
Consumers Fuel Uber’s Newest Return Service 
October 10, 2023  |  Retail

Most people consider returns annoying. And by most people, we mean the 79% of shoppers under 30 the National Retail Federation surveyed who consider mail...

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Conagra Sees Consumers Shift Away From Ready-to-Eat Toward Cooking
Conagra Sees Consumers Shift Away From Ready-to-Eat Toward Cooking
October 06, 2023  |  Retail

Amid ongoing financial challenges, Conagra Brands is seeing consumers’ desire to save on food spending finally outweigh their demand for convenience, with a shift towards...

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60% of Cash-Strapped Consumers Still Splurge on Nonessentials
60% of Cash-Strapped Consumers Still Splurge on Nonessentials
October 06, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

In today’s consumer-driven society, it is not uncommon for individuals, even those living paycheck to paycheck and struggling to pay bills, to indulge in occasional...

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A Third of Consumers Want to Shop the Show
A Third of Consumers Want to Shop the Show
October 02, 2023  |  Connected Economy

In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are increasingly seeking connected buying experiences that allow them to multitask and seamlessly make purchases. PYMNTS’ data confirms that to be the...

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High-Income Earners’ Love of Installment Plans Signals Lucrative Opportunity for Merchants
High-Income Earners’ Love of Installment Plans Signals Lucrative Opportunity for Merchants
September 29, 2023  |  Consumer Finance

Credit card installment plans for common purchases are gaining popularity among consumers, who are drawn to the flexibility they offer in managing their spending and...

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Gen Z Turns to Connected Devices to Multitask at Work
Gen Z Turns to Connected Devices to Multitask at Work
September 28, 2023  |  Connected Economy

From smartphones to smart TVs and voice-controlled assistants, connected devices have transformed the way consumers multitask in their daily lives. In fact, consumers are using...

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Prescription Drug Discount Cards Pose Challenges for Retail Pharmacies
Prescription Drug Discount Cards Pose Challenges for Retail Pharmacies
September 19, 2023  |  Healthcare

The rising use of prescription drug discount cards is reportedly leading to significant implications for pharmacy chains. These discount cards, such as those offered by GoodRx,...

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