Consumer Behavior

5 articles

A close-up of a hand reaching for a tempting product, symbolizing the allure and potential financial consequences of impulse buying driven by limited-time offers.

Deals & Drops

Limited-time offers exploit impulsive buying, eroding consumer empowerment.

The average consumer now spends $282 per month on impulse purchases, a staggering sum that totals over $3,300 annually.

Maya Feldman·August 3, 2026

A modern furniture showroom with a mix of empty and occupied spaces, illustrating the uneven post-pandemic sales recovery.

Home Goods

Post-Pandemic Furniture Sales Face Uneven Recovery

The global furniture market is set to hit 766.

Gabriela Reyes·July 16, 2026

Cecil Baldwin in a bookstore cafe, looking at a tablet with a mix of frustration and contemplation, highlighting the tension between digital and physical experiences.

The Reading List

Cecil Baldwin shares his top tech pet peeves and automation frustrations.

Cecil Baldwin finds his online 'happy place' adding books to his Amazon 'Favorite' list, then purchases them at a local bookstore.

Jordan Tsosie·May 31, 2026

Wellness Finds

Beauty & wellness subscription boxes boom amid high churn

Despite the allure of personalized discovery, nearly half of all beauty and wellness subscription box subscribers cancel within six months, often citing product overload or a lack of perceived value,

Jordan Tsosie·May 30, 2026

A visually appealing display of diverse skincare products, symbolizing the booming US cosmetics market and its strong growth trajectory driven by consumer demand.

Wellness Finds

US Cosmetics Market Surges Past Global Trends, Driven by Skincare

The United States beauty and personal care market is projected to nearly double its valuation, climbing from USD 105.

Jordan Tsosie·May 19, 2026