price-sensitive
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The pair say that TPG is trading at an 18% discount to larger rival Telstra, but reckon that is justified by factors including its more price-sensitive customer base.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
CEO Kristin Peck said at the time that a tough consumer spending environment was forcing pet owners to become more price-sensitive, leading to fewer vet visits and lower demand for premium products.
From Barron's • May 29, 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
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