NPR's Leila Fadel speaks to an economic analyst for Visa about consumer spending this year, and what we could expect going into 2026.

Chinese astronaut conduct a spherical flame experiment during an orbit to ground space lecture using a match and a candle.

Whether you’re 4 years old or 40 years old, holiday gatherings can be a lot to handle. There’s the stress of travel, the lack of daily routines, new environments and people. And not to be Grinch-y, ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Seacrest told USA Today on Monday, October 20, “In the commercial break, [he] was jumping on the ...

While blockbuster drug innovations have changed health outcomes for decades, we’re now seeing signs that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy may be changing something broader: the consumer ...

As we enter the second half of this decade, consumer behavior continues to shift rapidly. There are many factors at play from rising consumer costs to higher digital engagement to an increased demand ...

The rise in popularity of the infamous electric scooter has practically derailed the stable ecosystem that was once the University of Wisconsin campus. Nothing screams “I peaked in high school track” ...

On a windy Thursday night in downtown Boston, the hanging portraits of Bostonians past seemed to watch over the bustling crowd in Democracy Brewing‘s backroom. Sixty young professionals claimed seats ...

Welcome to Generational Breakdown, a series where we explore consumer behaviour across all living generations to get a better idea of how they are buying luxury in 2025. In reality, though, this ...

Consumers battling inflation are concerned about the long-term impact of trade wars on their finances. After years of stable inflation, rates skyrocketed as the U.S. economy adjusted to post-COVID ...

Today’s Nigerians are more informed, connected, and value-conscious than ever before. These shifts are driven by increased digital access, evolving lifestyles, and a renewed emphasis on local culture.

Social media influencers (SMIs) pose psychological, health and security risks and need tighter regulation, a new study finds. SMIs have revolutionized marketing, shaping consumer behavior, brand ...