Previous AARC in the News
Private Plane Travel Soars for Businesses and the Wealthy
October, 2013 – This article from the Houston Chronicle discusses how the use of private jets for business and for leisure by the wealthy has rebounded since the economic downturn....
Surprising Status: Rich Brands’ Poor Image; To Some,Famous Brands are Overrated – Better to go with the Understated
October, 2013 – This article from Barron's discusses the poor appeal of certain luxury brands to affluent consumers based on the Fall 2013 survey by AARC....
Affluents’ Jewelry Spending Expectations Hold Steady; Christmas Gift Expenses May Fall Slightly
October, 2013 – This article from Diamonds.net discusses the 2013 holiday jewelry spending plans of the affluent as seen by the results of the Fall 2013 AARC survey....
Wealthiest Consumers’ Holiday Spending Put at $2,175 per Household
October, 2013 – This article from Chain Store Age discusses the 2013 holiday spending plans of the affluent as seen by the results of the Fall 2013 AARC survey. (http://chainstoreage.com/article/wealthiest-consumers%E2%80%99-holiday-spending-put-2175-household)...
Four Seasons, Ritz Brands Carry Weight With the Wealthy
October, 2013 – This article from Luxury Travel Weekly discusses how well Four Seasons and Ritz-Carlton hotels were ranked in the portion of the new Fall 2013 AARC survey of how the affluent view certain luxury brands....
Affluent US Market Intent to Cruise Rebounds to Pre-Carnival Triumph Levels
October, 2013 – This article from Seatrade Insider discusses results from the AARC Fall 2013 study indicating a sharp increase in the affluents' intent to cruise in the next 12 months....
Affluent Attitudes Toward Economy Continue to Repair: Study
October, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses the results of the Fall 2013 American Affluence Research Center study of the affluent market. (http://www.luxurydaily.com/affluent-attitudes-toward-economy-continue-to-repair-study/) By Joe McCarthy Affluent...
Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren Pique Homeware Interest in Latest Architectural Digest
October, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses the balance of Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and Giorgio Armani ads with leading interior-decor brands to complement the lifestyle focus of Architectural...
What the Rich Want in a Home
October, 2013 – This article from the Chicago Tribune discusses how the affluent currently feel about buying new homes and what they're looking for when they do.  (...
Chanel, Ulysse Nardin Stand Out in Watch-focused October Robb Report
October, 2013 – This article from Luxury Daily discusses the timepiece-focused ads in the October Robb Report and the other luxury ads surrounding them to attract prospects....
