Holiday Spending Expectations Exceeded by 24pc: Report

April, 2014 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses results from the latest American Affluence Research Center study showing that affluent spending indices for home durables, vacation travel and other categories are on the rise....

Good News for Upscale Retailers and Brands: Affluent Consumers Show Optimism for Spending and the Economy in New Survey

In contrast to the March general Consumer Confidence Index of The Conference Board, which fell over 10% to the low levels last seen in Fall 2010, the affluent, who account for about half of all consumer spending, report a better outlook for the economy and their...