Seung Hwan (Mark) Lee

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Une nouvelle tendance incite les gens à maximiser l’usage de leurs biens et à n’acheter que ce dont ils ont vraiment besoin. (Shutterstock)

La sous‑consommation : une nouvelle tendance bouscule la culture du consumérisme

Ce qu'on appelle «l’esprit de sous-consommation» est une tendance qui remet en question la surconsommation en encourageant les gens à n’acheter que ce dont ils ont vraiment besoin.
A new trend is encouraging people to maximize the utility of their purchases and buy only what they truly need. (Shutterstock)

Understanding ‘underconsumption core’: How a new trend is challenging consumer culture

‘Underconsumption core’ is a trend that challenges overconsumption by encouraging people to maximize the utility of their purchases and buy only what they truly need.
People tend to ‘panic buy’ in times of crisis, which often leads to shortages of essential items. (Shutterstock)

What drives people to panic buy during times of crisis: A new study sheds light on the psychology of consumers

Understanding the traits of different customer groups can help shoppers and businesses serve their communities more ethically and effectively, especially in times of crisis.
Cutting back on pricier food items and focusing on more affordable staple foods could help consumers deal with rising food costs, but these strategies affect brand loyalty. (Shutterstock)

The rising cost of living is eroding brand loyalty as consumers seek more cost‑effective alternatives

Once a cornerstone for many food retailers, brand loyalty is eroding as consumers prioritize cost savings over long-term brand relationships.
Instead of owning physical copies of DVDs or CDs, for example, people subscribe to streaming services, allowing them to access a wide range of products without the burden of traditional ownership. (Shutterstock)

The shift from owning to renting goods is ushering in a new era of consumerism

These days people prefer to simply have access to goods and services, rather than outright owning them. But what does this mean for the future of consumerism?

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