by Ron | Dec 12, 2014 | Affluence Research, Holiday Spending, Press Releases, Restaurants & Dining
Retailers Should Copy Restaurants to Boost Holiday Gift Card Sales Retailers Could Benefit in Several Ways by Promoting Gift Card Sales  With gift cards at the top of holiday wish lists, traditional retailers fighting show rooming and online only retailers,...
by Ron | Apr 26, 2011 | Affluence Research, Cruises, Entertainment & Recreation, Fine Jewelry & Watches, Home Entertainment Equipment, Home Furniture & Furnishings, Home Purchases & Remodeling, Luxury Market & Goods, Press Releases, Restaurants & Dining, Travel, Vacation Homes, Vacations
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...
by Ron | Apr 24, 2009 | Affluence Research, Press Releases, Restaurants & Dining
Record low levels of spending for dining out in both casual/family restaurants and upscale restaurants is suggested by the most recent survey in a series of twice-yearly studies that began in Spring 2002. Negative attitudes about the current economy and the economic...
