Consumer Trends

• Restaurant experts say big-chain closures in Edmonton not surprising as consumers push local

  This week's announcement that Red Robin would be pulling out of Alberta has fans of the franchise reeling, but local retail and restaurant experts say it shouldn't come as a surprise.

  Consumer

  Oct 23, 2019
  
• Social media has ‘drastically changed’ the way Canadians travel: study

  In decades past, prospective travellers would consult vacation manuals or travel agents before booking a trip, but now Canadians are increasingly seeking tips from social media.

  Consumer

  Nov 16, 2018
  
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• Cash bypassed by more Canadians who favour their debit, credit cards

  Online survey finds 77 per cent of respondents preferred to pay for purchases by debit or credit, and 65 per cent said they rarely buy anything with cash.

  Canada

  Jan 5, 2016
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• Coffee chains, cafes and K-Cups feel heat from rising bean prices

  Tim Hortons, Starbucks and Keurig are among a group of big coffee purveyors grappling with sharply rising bean costs now affecting retail prices.

  Canada

  Nov 5, 2014
• McDonald’s, Coke feel pinch from Canadians’ health kick

  'It’s the same trend that’s affecting soda and fast foods.' Namely, a shift in tastes away from items perceived to be heavier, such as Big Macs and Cokes.

  Canada

  Oct 21, 2014
• Canadians keep truckin’ as car models fall further out of favour

  Car sales plummeted among the country's top-selling auto makers, while truck, crossover and SUV sales continue to surge.

  Canada

  Sep 3, 2014
• Truck and SUV sales are on fire in Canada

  Vehicle makers released on Tuesday monthly sales numbers for May, and things are looking up if you’re a dealership owner.

  Canada

  Jun 3, 2014
• Leasing stages small comeback as Canadian consumers seek ‘more car’

  More consumers are turning to leasing when acquiring a new car, but don't expect levels of leasers to return to pre-recession levels.

  Consumer

  Jun 2, 2014
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• Grocers are collecting your shopping data–should consumers be wary?

  Retailers like Loblaws are taking a deeper and more intimate look than ever into your individual shopping habits. Should shoppers have any concerns?

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2014
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• Uh oh, Canada Post – Amazon trialing own delivery

  Forget drones, Amazon may be electing to get goods to your front door through far less sci-fi means: delivery trucks.

  Consumer

  Apr 24, 2014