Insights & Innovation

Survey September 19, 2023

Quicktake: Consumers weigh in on the ESG responsibilities of brands

Three-quarters (76%) of consumers agree that companies have a general…

Three-quarters (76%) of consumers agree that companies have a general responsibility to ‘do the right thing’ for the environment and society. When it comes to matters of environmental and social responsibility,…

September 19, 2023

Survey July 31, 2023

Quicktake: Inflation still weighs on consumers’ back-to-school shopping plans

Nine in ten (88%) of back-to-school/college shoppers indicate that inflation is…

Nine in ten (88%) of back-to-school/college shoppers indicate that inflation is impacting their back-to-class spending, consistent with 2022 (87%). While inflation at large has begun to ease, those planning to shop…

July 31, 2023

Survey June 6, 2023

Quicktake: New college grads plan to celebrate by traveling

45% of new college grads* are trading their caps and gowns for getaways in the…

45% of new college grads* are trading their caps and gowns for getaways in the U.S. – and abroad. While much uncertainty exists in the overarching macro-economic environment right now, new college graduates appear to…

June 6, 2023

Survey May 2, 2023

Quicktake: Mother’s Day 2023 look ahead

Across generations, Mother’s Day holds sentimental meaning With Mother’s Day…

Across generations, Mother’s Day holds sentimental meaning With Mother’s Day on the horizon, the vast majority of holiday shoppers* view the day as having some special meaning (95%) versus it being another “Hallmark”…

May 2, 2023

Financial Innovation March 7, 2023

Quicktake: Consumers are budget-weary, but still planning spring and summer travel

Inflation has made an impact on 65% of consumers with spring/summer plans Of…

Inflation has made an impact on 65% of consumers with spring/summer plans Of all consumers planning to take time off during the warmer months, 80% will be taking a vacation, while 20% will be staycationing. Budget is…

March 7, 2023