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The wealthiest Americans External link in particular are splurging in a way that makes up for everyone else.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

People are splurging less on gifts for themselves, Bath & Body Works CEO Daniel Heaf said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025

Recent studies have shown that Chinese parents are splurging more on their children, even as overall consumer spending dips, Mr Zeng added.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2025

And while many people are splurging after two years without a vacation, the record surge in inflation could quickly dampen the demand for travel and the spending spree.

From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2022

With schools and offices reopening and people even going on vacations, as cases of coronavirus infections trend down, many are splurging on new apparel.

From Reuters • Oct. 6, 2021