EPISODE · Jun 4, 2023 · 9 MIN
Where Consumer Confidence Sits Right Now
from Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips · host Eric Siu and Neil Patel
In episode #2473, we talk about where consumer confidence sits right now. The global economy has had to adapt to some pretty major events over the past three years, from a worldwide pandemic to the war in Ukraine. And many consumers are feeling the effects of these developments. We discuss the spending habits of different consumers, who we’ve seen adopting a defensive position, and how marketing companies are impacted during a down economy. For all this and more, press play now! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] Today’s topic: Where Consumer Confidence Sits Right Now. [00:30] Observations on current Gen Z spending habits. [01:20] The demographic that has noticeably slowed down their spending since 2022. [01:52] An overview of how companies are doing in the current economy. [04:01] Insight into why many companies are taking on a defensive position. [04:49] Why people tend to cut marketing first during a down economy. [05:18] What rail traffic data can teach us about the state of the economy? [08:19] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Dentsu Rail Traffic Data - Association of American Railroads Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In episode #2473, we talk about where consumer confidence sits right now. The global economy has had to adapt to some pretty major events over the past three years, from a worldwide pandemic to the war in Ukraine. And many consumers are feeling the effects of these developments. We discuss the spending habits of different consumers, who we’ve seen adopting a defensive position, and how marketing companies are impacted during a down economy. For all this and more, press play now! TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: [00:00] Today’s topic: Where Consumer Confidence Sits Right Now. [00:30] Observations on current Gen Z spending habits. [01:20] The demographic that has noticeably slowed down their spending since 2022. [01:52] An overview of how companies are doing in the current economy. [04:01] Insight into why many companies are taking on a defensive position. [04:49] Why people tend to cut marketing first during a down economy. [05:18] What rail traffic data can teach us about the state of the economy? [08:19] That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Dentsu Rail Traffic Data - Association of American Railroads Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency Twitter @neilpatel Twitter @ericosiu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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