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Deep Dive | November 19, 2024 Databank Members

Holiday 2024—Apparel Demand Strengthens as the Holiday Peak Draws Closer: US Consumer Survey Insights

We analyze new survey findings to track US consumers’ shopping behavior through the holiday season. Find out what holiday shoppers are buying and where they are shopping. Plus, we assess overall consumer sentiment regarding their personal finances and the economy.

Deep Dive | November 12, 2024 Databank Members

Holiday 2024—Food Finds Favor for Festive Spending: US Consumer Survey Insights

We analyze new survey findings to track US consumers’ shopping behavior through the fourth quarter. Are consumers getting into the festive spirit? Find out what holiday shoppers are buying and where they are shopping. Plus, we assess overall consumer sentiment to help retailers get ahead this holiday season.

Deep Dive | November 11, 2024 Databank Members

Further Stimulus Measures—Are They Moving the Needle on Sentiment?: China Consumer Survey Insights

Diving into new survey data, we assess Chinese consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy, considering China’s stimulus measures. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends.

Infographic | November 4, 2024 Premium

Holiday Survey Bites: US Consumers’ Holiday Travel Plans

Discover proprietary survey data on US consumers’ expectations and behavior during the holiday season. In this graphic, we spotlight travel, presenting consumers’ plans for out-of-town trips.

Infographic | October 31, 2024 Premium

RetailTech Bites: What US Consumers Think About Retail Technologies—Electronic Shelf Labels, Facial-Recognition Software, GenAI

Discover proprietary survey data on US consumers’ awareness and perceptions of electronic shelf labels, facial-recognition software and GenAI (generative artificial intelligence).

Deep Dive | October 29, 2024 Databank Members

Holiday 2024—Toys Are in Demand This Week: US Consumer Survey Insights

We analyze new survey findings to track US consumers’ shopping behavior through the holiday season. Which retailers are popular, and what are holiday shoppers buying? Dive into this weekly report series to find out, and uncover overall consumer sentiment.

Infographic | October 28, 2024 Premium

Holiday Survey Bites: AI Chatbots and AR/VR

Discover proprietary survey data on the influence of AI (artificial intelligence) chatbots and AR/VR (augmented/virtual reality) features on online shopping preferences for the 2024 holiday season.

Event Coverage | October 23, 2024 Premium

China Consumer 2024: Hearing About Consumer Sentiment, Lifestyle Trends, Social Commerce and Market Entry

We offer insights on consumer sentiment and long-term market opportunities in China from the China Consumer 2024 event.

Deep Dive | October 23, 2024 Databank Members

Holiday 2024—Half of Holiday Shoppers Buy from Amazon: US Consumer Survey Insights

We analyze new survey findings to track US consumers’ shopping behavior through the holiday season. Which retailers are popular, and what are holiday shoppers buying? Dive into this weekly report series to find out, and uncover overall consumer sentiment.

Deep Dive | October 18, 2024 Premium

Holiday 2024: US Consumer Survey and Retail Outlook—Early Shopping and Deal-Seeking To Define the Season

Where, when and how will US consumers spend for holiday 2024? We analyze proprietary survey data to offer critical insights on the shape of demand and consumers’ shopping expectations for the holiday season.

Deep Dive | October 17, 2024 Databank Members

Is China’s Stimulus Package Boosting Consumer Sentiment?: China Consumer Survey Insights

Diving into new survey data, we assess Chinese consumers’ expectations for their personal finances and the economy, considering recent efforts by China to grow the economy. We also present an update on consumer behavior and shopping trends.

Deep Dive | October 15, 2024 Databank Members

Holiday 2024—Shoppers Are Buying Decorations, Toys and Apparel: US Consumer Survey Insights

Beginning our focus on holiday shopping trends for the final quarter of 2024, we analyze new survey findings to discover how many US consumers have recently shopped for the holiday season, where they shopped and what they purchased. We also continue our weekly analysis of overall consumer behavior and sentiment.

Infographic | October 11, 2024 Free Report

Three Data Points We’re Watching This Week

Discover key data points we are watching in week 41 of 2024, spanning the topics of social commerce, Black Friday and retail inventory.

Deep Dive | October 1, 2024 Databank Members

Responses to Inflation and Financial Resilience—Strategic Purchasing Behavior: US Consumer Survey Insights

What are US consumers’ perceptions of inflation, and how are they changing their spending habits as a result? How long could US consumers cover their bills if they lost their income? We analyze new survey findings to find out, and present an update on consumers’ behaviors and sentiment.

Deep Dive | September 24, 2024 Databank Members

Home and Home-Improvement Shopping in Focus: US Consumer Survey Insights

Where and what are home and home-improvement shoppers buying? We analyze new survey findings to assess US consumers’ behaviors and sentiment—this week, with an added focus on home and home-improvement retail.