This knowledge made me question the long-standing assumption that crowding in retail environments is something that should be viewed negatively. (Please note that there are some studies that ...

Shopping to lift one’s spirits is the very definition of retail therapy. “We know that spending behavior is about more than just acquiring stuff. It is often about satisfying deeply felt ...

The phrase "retail therapy" has entered our contemporary vocabulary to refer to a form of shopping driven by emotional needs, typically to cope with stress or negative feelings, or to regain a ...

In the wake of bank bail-outs and car industry rescue plans, retail giants could find themselves standing next in line with begging bowls in hand. But it’s a re-think that’s really needed to keep the ...

In a recent study, 27% of Americans admitted to spending money as a way of dealing with stress and other mental and emotional ...

The Center City District is looking ahead, with 32 new restaurants, 6 new retailers and 4 new services providers coming soon!

Gen Z are turning to retail therapy to cope with Donald Trump’s landslide election win. Mr Trump swept to victory in the presidential election on November 5, triggering a wave of grief among ...

Some local stores in Des Moines are closing or offering "retail therapy" sales in response to the results of the presidential election. Here are some local businesses' responses to the election.

Discover how each zodiac sign has a unique shopping style influenced by their personalities. Aries loves the thrill of new finds, while Taurus seeks luxury and comfort. Gemini enjoys social ...

We leverage 11 UBS Evidence Lab datasets and a deep dive into sector drivers to frame key post COVID sector debates The apparel sector has been deeply affected by COVID-19. As we publish on the ...