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…
Chicago (July 14, 2009)—Almost all Americans are cutting back because of the recession, but in Hispanic households across the country, these cutbacks have a unique tone. New information from market research firm Mintel shows US Hispanics skirting some of the major lifestyle shifts being endured by non-Hispanics. “Because of…
Chicago (June 8, 2009)—With the depressed economy looming over the heads of future brides and grooms, the question begs to be asked, will the big day still be perfect with recessionary cutbacks? A just-published focus group presentation and video from Mintel shows that while the economy is influencing wedding day…
While many of us are prepared to live in splendid squalor, latest research from Mintel finds nothing is more likely to bring on a cleaning splurge than a visit from our friends or relatives. Over 46 million Brits have at least one household chore they hate doing, and as…
