Despite economic concerns, U.S. consumers are expected to spend even more on Halloween this year compared to 2023, the largest Halloween shopping season on record, according to Advantage Solutions.
Most U.S. consumers believe inflation will have a somewhat negative impact on their spending, and one in five say the presidential election will almost certainly have an impact, according to Tinuiti.
Consumers are adapting purchase decisions in search of value and are shifting behavior based on financial concerns and competitive product offerings, according to Circana.
The majority of consumers are open to sharing their email address with a brand in exchange for an incentive, while only 21% will share demographic information, according to research from Decile.
As discretionary and non-discretionary spending grows steadily, consumers are most eager to try new food and beverage products such as carbonated sports and energy drinks.
Research from 84.51, Kroger’s data analytics subsidiary, explores insights into how the frozen treat is faring among shoppers, from sales growth to shopping modality.
Amazon reveals that this year's event was its biggest in history, while outside data indicates a stronger halo effect for other retailers than in last year’s event.
A recent study found that more than half of consumers prefer personalized ads and most are willing to accept ads in exchange for lower streaming subscription fees.
K-12 parents weigh prices and priorities ahead of the new school year, according to a survey from Deloitte, and many plan to sacrifice loyalty to make ends meet.