Easy as 1, 2, 3: How parents are teaching kids about money More than half of Gen Alpha’s parents are already discussing spending, saving, and budgeting with their kids, often before age 4.
Screen time: Televisions redefine household hubs As everyday entertainment and tasks become more digital, televisions sit at the center of home life.
Pets on a plane: Americans’ newest vacation companions are transforming travel With more pet owners than ever taking their furry friends along on family vacations, pet travel is emerging as a major industry, expected to reach $4.6 billion by 2032.
A great escape: Outdoor kitchens can pay off Outdoor kitchens can feed the needs of people looking to maximize space, socialize, and spice up their cooking routine.
‘Cool’ produce: Healthier habits propel fruit and vegetable sales Shoppers are spending more time in the produce section these days as designer branding, social media, and popular weight-loss medications reshape consumer tastes.
Make it snappy: The $418 billion fast food market moves into the faster lane There’s a growing appetite for speedy eats, and some quick-service restaurants are turning to AI and other technology for innovative ways to serve fast food faster.
Finding springtime relief: Allergy season by the numbers Seasonal allergies can affect up to 60 million Americans. As pollen takes flight, here's a look at how people are spending.
The marathon boom breaks records for runners — and retailers Marathon running isn't just about lacing up sneakers and hitting the pavement; it's also become a catalyst for a booming retail landscape.
Golden age of living: 55-and-over communities ready to welcome Gen X As Gen X approaches their next life stage, 55+ communities could be one way to both drive home equity and thrive socially.
The $1.2 trillion business of playing outside Americans are taking it outside in record numbers: Some 178.5 million people participate in outdoor recreation, helping generate $1.2 in revenue.
America’s cities are back: Where people are moving More Americans are moving to urban areas instead of suburbs or smaller towns, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
A slice of paradise, fractionally owned: The shift in vacation homeownership Owning a vacation home seems like the dream, until factoring in maintenance, property taxes, and the reality of only using it a few weeks a year.
