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37 results found for “Lifestyle”.

As diamond prices drop, colored gems capture consumer attention

Those in the market for a big sparkler could be in for reverse sticker shock. Natural diamond prices have fallen 26% over the past two years.

Beyond the Wi-Fi signal: Digital detox vacations are on the rise

A digital detox vacation means stepping away from smartphones, tablets, and laptops, and going to where Wi-Fi is non-existent and screen time is replaced with serene landscapes, yoga sessions, or meaningful conversations.

20 money affirmations for a positive mindset

Learn how to relate your money with a sense of gratitude by using these 20 money affirmations.

Shopping with all senses: How brands build sales beyond looks

Retailers are getting creative to keep shoppers engaged with their products and experiences.

The price of catching more Zzzs

More than 1 in 3 Americans don’t get enough sleep, and companies are waking up to the slumber-focused opportunity. But gadgets and devices to help catch up on shut eye can get costly.

Big gulps: Cold drinks capture both mind share and market share

Consumer trends signal that today's drinks of choice are best served cold.

Liquid gold: Inside the billion-dollar business of water

From designer bottled brands to trendy reusable tumblers, the world's most abundant substance, water, is big business — and it’s booming.

GenAI tools that are reshaping daily life and business

Generative AI tools are quickly becoming part of daily life and work for millions, changing how people create, solve problems, and interact with technology. 

Consumers see the glow of at-home beauty tools

Cutting-edge technologies are helping meet beauty needs, all from the comforts of home.

Rx revamp: It’s easier than ever to get doorstep delivery of prescriptions

The options for same-day delivery of prescriptions are more abundant as pharmacy chains become more digital-friendly and online retailers jump into the business.

GLP-1 medications: Transforming health and spending habits

Appetite-suppressing medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound are reshaping more than waistlines — they’re transforming personal budgets, food habits, and even the economy. 

Inflation-induced cutbacks? Not for Fido

Petflation has the zoomies, outpacing overall inflation by 1.7% over the past 5 years. Empower data shows that, on average, Americans spent $318 a month on their pets last year.

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