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With persistent inflation and consumer seeking more value for money, competitors could lose out to brands offering more than low prices

Taking sustainable products from premium niche to mass market is driving consumer companies toward an important innovation agenda

It’s been nearly two years since US inflation rates peaked. But even as rates have eased, the cost-of-living shock is likely still shaping Americans’ sense of financial well-being and spending behavior.

When grocery shopping, most consumers identify with one of five food personalities, which influences their spending decisions.

People's belief in the urgency of climate change remains mixed across the world, but extreme weather might be changing that.

With the proliferation of digital goods and services, rising digital spending is likely to command a larger share of consumers' wallet.

America's debt culture is getting much attention, but financial hardship may not be the key driver behind rising credit card balances.

Consumers are signaling resilience, despite global economic headwinds. We look at financial well-being sentiment across the world's major economies to develop a better understanding of consumer resilience.

As the US automotive industry embarks on the path to an electric mobility future, electric vehicle transformation faces a few headwinds.

Against the backdrop of polycrisis, consumer sentiment isn’t moving in the direction some might expect—over the past year, global anxiety levels have started to fall.

Although Deloitte’s financial wellbeing index reveals an unfolding story of consumer resilience, the effects of recent financial hurdles linger for most American consumers.

Customer expectations of sustainable products are poised to accelerate as more brands focus their innovation efforts on sustainability

Amid inflation and recession concerns, consumers are splurging on affordable luxuries. Retailers and consumer product companies that understand splurges’ who, what, and why may stand a better chance of capturing these sales.

Amid sustained financial concerns, the US travel industry continues to move toward recovery, buoyed by consumers determined to prioritize leisure travel spending.

With persisting inflation leading to rising food prices, consumers are making trade-offs and economizing their food purchases.

For the consumer industry, the ongoing revolution in digital services and goods represents both challenges and opportunities.

Amid news of record-high inflation, rising interest rates, and other macroeconomic events, consumers faced a challenging 2022. As we step into a new year, we examine how these forces have shaped consumer spending and confidence.

Amid persisting inflation, consumers are pulling back on sustainably produced goods and services, citing costs. What does this mean for the future of living sustainably?

With inflation worries persisting for over a year, a longer-term impact on consumer sentiment and spending decisions is likely.

How has consumer sentiment, around well-being, work-life balance, and personal change, shifted amid inflation concerns?

Global consumer spending trends, especially on the more discretionary categories, tend to vary significantly by country, factoring in regional and local market dynamics.

We examine consumers' vehicle purchase intent against a backdrop of challenges, ranging from pandemic-driven shortages to rising commodity prices.

Faced with rising inflation, many consumers are confronted with serious trade-offs when seeking to buy sustainable products.

Amid rising inflation, many consumers are starting to feel companies are taking advantage, which could lead to spending pullbacks.

The pandemic has changed several things, including our perception of time and how it can be better spent. What does this mean for consumer businesses?

How are different income groups weathering the double impact of record-high inflation and a persisting pandemic?

Financial challenges faced by lower-earning Americans are mounting; how is consumer spending changing because of this income disparity?

How working from home is shaping our purchase intentions

ConsumerSignals provides a view into consumers' everyday finances and the spending strategies being used to navigate an unpredictable world.