In an era marked by economic instability and rising living costs, the perception of financial security varies significantly among different generations in the United States. According to recent data from Bankrate, the amount of money Americans believe they need to feel financially secure or wealthy differs widely across age groups, reflecting their varied economic experiences … Read more
Then there are the “converts” or athletes who participated in more traditional sports when younger. Civil servant Fadzly Samsuri, 42, used to be a long-distance runner before deciding to take a break and focus on strength training. That’s how he discovered Hyrox, which he described as letting him have the best of both worlds. “It … Read more
Taylor Swift fans queue outside Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland, on June 6, 2024. Her fans, known as Swifties, had made the superstar $200 million in Eras merchandise sales as of November 2023. Jeff J Mitchell | Getty Images News | Getty Images The price of ‘funflation’ Some ticket prices have surged in recent months, … Read more
Mike and his wife were keen to support their daughter’s wedding plans. To avoid the usual disputes over marriage preparations, they found a simple solution—giving their daughter $20,000 so she could organise the wedding as she pleased. Mike had estimated in 2015 that wedding costs in the Kansas City, Missouri area would be between $15,000 … Read more
In an age where loneliness is increasingly prevalent among younger generations, Millennials and Gen Zers are finding innovative ways to create meaningful connections and memorable experiences. The rise of small group travel is emerging as a popular solution to this modern epidemic of isolation. Millennials and Gen Zers are often more isolated than previous generations, … Read more
In China, the wealthiest millennials are showcasing their achievements through unique and understated status symbols, moving away from traditional ostentatious displays of wealth. As millennials, those in their late 20s to early 40s, reach significant life milestones, many are prioritising career progress and unique experiences over conventional symbols of success like starting families or buying … Read more
Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping workplace dynamics, particularly when it comes to time off. Recent research conducted by The Harris Poll Thought Leadership Practice sheds light on the evolving attitudes toward paid time off (PTO) among American workers. Despite being entitled to more PTO days, a significant portion of the workforce, approximately 78%, expresses … Read more
Cost of Living76:40:00The Great Exhaustion For years, Sabrina Royal worked with one of Canada’s big banks. She worked her way up from an entry-level job to a management position. But that’s when her hours started getting out of hand. “When it was good, I was working 8 a.m. to about 6:30 p.m.,” Royal, 42, told … Read more
A recent study by Splitit, the only white-label card-based installment platform using consumer credit, in partnership with Pymnts looked at how consumers use the buy now, pay later payment plans and how the model has changed consumer behavior over the last six months. The report titled “Redefining Retail: Consumer Finance Trends Driving the Evolution of Installment Plans,” surveyed more … Read more
“The recently introduced ice cream flavours are a reflection of the preferences of millennials and Gen Z,” says Ankit Gupta, co-founder of Burma Burma. “We have played upon the nostalgia of ice cream rituals such as visiting parlours, birthday parties, and bowls shared with family and guests, which to an extent helped us create different … Read more
