Consumer Behavior
Led by Gen Z, ‘Cancel’ Fear and Intentionality Are Driving Consumers to Embrace ‘Value Spending’
Survey data from Lightspeed reveals the psychological consumer behaviors that are impacting purchasing…
Has the ‘Resilient Consumer’ Been Pushed Too Far?
Kearney's Consumer Stress Index update indicates that consumers have moved from a phase of optimization to…
Has the ‘Resilient Consumer’ Been Pushed Too Far?
Kearney's Consumer Stress Index update indicates that consumers have moved from a phase of optimization to…
Shoppers Are Investing in Luxury Handbags Over Stock
A new report from Whatnot looks at how shoppers are prioritizing spending on luxury goods.
Report: Explosion of Counterfeits and Dupes Makes Earning Trust Harder Than Ever for Retailers
Entrupy's annual State of the Fake report reveals the top brands and items battling counterfeits and why the…
Majority of Consumers Say They Will Decrease Spending Once Tariffs Kick In
According to data from ESW, seven in 10 U.S. consumers plan to reduce their spending after tariffs take…
Lulu Frost’s Lisa Salzer Discusses Importance of Providing Joy With Everyday Luxuries
Known for statement pieces, the designer talks to WWD about collaborating with Veronica Beard and helping…
Algolia’s New Tech Aims to Help Companies Capitalize On Consumers’ Increasing Trust in AI
The company announced it will help brands and retailers integrate agentic AI, real-time personalization and…
Narvar’s Anisa Kumar on Tariffs, Trade and the Post-purchase Consumer Experience
Anisa Kumar, CEO of Narvar, shares insights into what is happening in retail now as tariffs impact more than…
Gen Z and Millennials Are Redefining What Items Are ‘Necessities’ Amidst Economic Uncertainty
A new consumer behavior survey from Credit Karma reveals how young Americans view nonessential items versus…
Gen Z and Millennials Are Redefining What Items Are ‘Necessities’ Amidst Economic Uncertainty
A new consumer behavior survey from Credit Karma reveals how young Americans view nonessential items versus…
New Report Says 78% of Shoppers Have Abandoned Purchases Due to Sticker Shock
AlixPartners' 2025 footwear survey reveals consumer spending cuts across all categories.
The Top 5 Consumer Behaviors to Watch in 2025, and Beyond
In this episode of WWD Voices in Detail, Sarah Engel shares insights into the consumer behaviors defining…
Millennials and Gen Z Are Transforming Luxury: The Era of Experiences, Identity and Meaning
Assembly's "New Code of Luxe" report reveals key trends driving younger generations.
Why Traditional Consumer Demographics Don’t Apply to Denim Trends
Ana Paula Alves de Oliveira, founder and strategic director of Be Disobedient, discussed how lifestyle shifts…