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Etsy Counts on Consumers’ Gifting Splurges Amid Overall Belt-Tightening
Etsy Counts on Consumers’ Gifting Splurges Amid Overall Belt-Tightening
February 21, 2024  |  eCommerce

Consumers’ hesitancy to buy themselves nice things amid ongoing economic challenges is taking a hit on Etsy. Now, the eCommerce marketplace is turning its focus...

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Apparel Producers Prep for Shrinking Sales as Consumers Cut Back
Apparel Producers Prep for Shrinking Sales as Consumers Cut Back
June 19, 2023  |  Retail

Clothing brands are reportedly cutting back on orders in anticipation of weakening sales. As Bloomberg News reported Friday (June 16), factory owners say they’ve seen...

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Debt Ceiling Battle Triggers Slide in Consumer Sentiment 
Debt Ceiling Battle Triggers Slide in Consumer Sentiment 
May 28, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

The debt ceiling deal didn’t happen soon enough to prevent a decline in consumer confidence. While President Joe Biden announced Sunday (May 28) an agreement on...

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Consumers Want Prepared Meals Despite Dire Perception on Food Prices
Consumers Want Prepared Meals Despite Dire Perception on Food Prices
December 13, 2022  |  Consumer Insights

  Shoppers still want prepared meals at the supermarket, even as they see food prices skyrocket. In fact, consumers perceive the price increases for prepared...

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