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Global Consumer Confidence Rebounds, but Spending Still Restrained
Even though most consumers are feeling better about the economy, they remain cautious about spending their money. Learn more about global spending trends in the hot-off-the-press October 2009 Economic Current.
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Over-the-Counter Medications - A Canadian Perspective
In Nielsen’s March 2009 survey, almost half (46%) of consumers worldwide – including 25% of Canadians and 32% of Americans – say that the global economic slowdown is having a major impact on the amount or type of non-prescription medication they use. |
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Consumer Confidence - A Canadian Perspective
Consumer confidence is up in 24 of the 28 countries surveyed by Nielsen in June 2009 – with Canadian consumers among the most confident in the world.
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Out-of-Home Dining - A Canadian Perspective
In troubled times, global diners seem to be searching for comfort in the familiar. A Nielsen survey of internet users in 52 countries, finds diners choosing restaurants that serve their local cuisine and offer value. |
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Consumer Confidence Spring 2009 - A Canadian Perspective
According to Nielsen’s global consumer confidence survey conducted in Spring 2009, consumer confidence continues to slip, both in Canada and around the world. What – and how – are Canadian consumers changing?
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Diet and Healthy Eating - A Canadian Perspective
Are Canadians watching their weight? Where are we turning for trustworthy dietary advice? Is exercise part of the program? The latest report from the Nielsen Global Online Consumer Survey provides insights into our perception of our health, diet and exercise habits.
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Fuel Prices and Belt Tightening - A Canadian Perspective
For Canadians, the most common changes consumers were making in vehicle use were to combine errands and to generally use the vehicle less if possible. This was similar for American car owners, although a much higher percentage was trying to use their cars less and combine errands. |
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Corporate Social Responsibility - A Canadian Perspective
How important is it to consumers that grocery manufacturers support social and environmental causes? Canadian, American and Global respondents are nearly equal in their belief that it’s important that groceries are not manufactured using unethical labour practices, but one-quarter more Canadians have heard of Fair Trade products. |
