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price-sensitive

British  

adjective

  1. likely to affect the price of property, esp shares and securities

    price-sensitive information

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McDonald’s has launched different value deals since last year, and some price-sensitive customers have returned.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

In price-sensitive countries like India, where studying abroad depends on careful financial planning, families are now far less willing to take that kind of risk.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

“Consumers have become increasingly selective and price-sensitive, actively pivoting away from traditional mid-market chains in favor of discount retailers and value-oriented brands,” Placer.ai said in a report this month.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

While sectors supported by government policies such as power grids and renewables remain steady, more price-sensitive industries are showing signs of fatigue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

They show that price-sensitive demand emerges quickly when volatility forces prices lower.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 30, 2026