Social and Lifestyle
Social and Lifestyle
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It’s supposed to be a mark of distinction, but going grey is now the top concern for British men, according to new research from Mintel – and 45 marks the age when panic really sets in. Hair colour is the number one appearance concern for men today, with as many…
Chicago (July 29, 2010) – One year after President Obama signed the CARD Act into law, it appears that many potentially negative outcomes of the new regulations did not materialize. In fact, according to Mintel Comperemedia, a service that provides direct marketing competitive intelligence, competition is actually increasing in the…
As June approaches and the nation anticipates a summer of football frenzy, new research from Mintel reveals it is not only the fans who are anticipating cheering a good result. Mintel’s exclusive research reveals that nearly two thirds (63%) of Brits can be expected to increase their leisure spending as…
Mintel research shows consumers continue to buy natural, despite difficult economy## Chicago (March 25, 2010) – According to Mintel’s latest report on green living, the environment remains a concern for the majority of Americans. More than one-third (35%) of survey respondents say they would pay more for ‘environmentally friendly’ products.
Feeling stressed? You are not alone, as new research from Mintel finds as many as 40 million of us admit to suffering from stress and anxiety. In fact, today just 17% of Brits claim they are not experiencing some kind of worry. And while the majority of people tend only…
As the first working week of the New Year ends, new research from Mintel finds that more and more women are dressing to impress, as they return to the office in style. Underlining the renewed emphasis on dressing for the job you want (or the job you want to…
Chicago (December 29, 2009)—As if the global recession, struggling housing market and high unemployment numbers weren’t enough, market research firm Mintel reveals that Americans increasingly fret about having their identities stolen. Because of today’s dire economic situation, nearly half of adults (46%) say they’re more worried about someone stealing…
Mintel says new products to play on the familiar, updated for today’s shopper What will the breakthrough new products of next year be? Most likely something recognisable… with a twist. The trend experts at Mintel release their 2010 global Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) predictions, saying next year’s new products…
Christmas this year may be the second one consumers have faced in a recession, but new research from Mintel reveals that retail sales are still growing in volume and value terms and that this Christmas is set to be good news for the high street. Indeed, Mintel forecasts growth of…
Winter is coming, the days are getting colder and the bills are getting higher… but new research from Mintel finds despite soaring energy bills, one in three Brits simply can’t be bothered to switch utility suppliers. Last year, almost a quarter (23%) of British households switched their gas or…
Britain’s enthusiasm for green and ethical living is being impacted by financial constraints it was revealed today, as new research from Mintel shows that one in five consumers are not in a financial position to think about green or ethical issues. Even before the recession, price premiums were a barrier…
Bricks and mortar have cemented their place in the heart of the nation despite the economic gloom it was revealed today, as new research from Mintel finds one in three adults believes now is a good time to invest in property. After relentless doom and gloom, it seems the…
