Consumers
Consumers
Data and analyses of consumer attitudes, preferences and shopping habits.
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How the East is Won
With more than 1.3 billion people, China presents itself as a Western retailer’s dream. But its economy, though still growing strong at 7.5%, has been in a slowdown for the…
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Hedging on the Horizon
It is the year of the snake in China, which could bode well for business — a rather welcome prospect for apparel retailers. In China, a market that has enjoyed…
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Captivating the Indian Apparel Shopper
Keywords: India, Indian, clothing, apparel, retail, fiber, cotton, shopping, habits, preferences, fashion, quality, growing, paisa vasool
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Eastern Expansion
China’s retail sales are expected to rise 13% in 2014, according to its vice commerce minister. And a former Japanese commerce official says China is the world’s fastest-growing major retail…
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Emerging Markets
Despite a slight economic slowdown in China, Western retailers and brands are still very much interested in expanding business there. After all, its population is four times the size of…
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A Growing Market
It might be clear around the other side of the world, but China’s appreciation of that iconic American product — the denim jean — is strong. Yet indicators show there’s…
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Markets to Watch
It’s hard to forecast the economy 14 months out -- never mind 14 years -- but the current trends are clear: By 2030, the United States will be supplanted as…
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Sharing Product Info on Intimate Level Key to Retail Future
Retailers mine every available opportunity to learn more about the consumer and share brand or product information so people can make informed decisions
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Global Lifestyle Monitor: India
Indian consumers spent $87.9 billion on clothing in 2017, representing 6% of all consumer expenditures.
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Global Lifestyle Monitor: Japan
Japanese consumers spent a robust $89.6 billion on clothing in 2017.