Study points to fertility as a leading economic indicator
Many research studies have shown that when the economy does well, people have more babies, and when the economy does poorly, they give birth less.
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Jellyfish help scientists to fight food fraud
Animals feeding at sea inherit a chemical record reflecting the area where they fed, which can help track their movements, according to a new study by scientists from the University of Southampton.
Ecology
Oct 12, 2016
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Consumer sentiment brightens holiday spending
Consumer confidence posted its fourth consecutive monthly gain in November, rising to its highest level since July 2007, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.
Economics & Business
Nov 27, 2014
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Ensuring accuracy of weights and measurements
Americans rely on many measurements of mass and volume in their daily lives, from weighing broccoli at the grocery store to putting gas in the family car. In order to ensure both consumer confidence and uniformity in commerce, ...
General Physics
Dec 31, 2013
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Physical stores remain first choice for shoppers
Bricks and mortar stores remain the primary focus for growth for the year ahead according to a global survey of retail CEOs.
Economics & Business
Oct 18, 2013
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CEO: Toyota's slice of US market is about right
After five up and down years, Jim Lentz thinks Toyota is right where it's supposed to be.
Business
Oct 16, 2013
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Thanksgiving steals sales from Black Friday
Thanksgiving shopping on Thursday took a noticeable bite out of Black Friday's start to the holiday season, as the latest survey found retail sales in stores fell slightly from last year.
Business
Nov 25, 2012
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Online US holiday sales seen growing 17 percent
US online holiday sales are already on the rise, and are expected to grow 17 percent from last year to $43.4 billion, a new forecast said Wednesday.
Business
Nov 21, 2012
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Targeting confident consumers? Focus on high-level product features
Confident consumers pay more attention to advertisements and product information that focus on high-level features of a product, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research. Less confident consumers, however, ...
Social Sciences
Aug 15, 2012
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UF survey: Consumer confidence registers modest increase in July
(PhysOrg.com) -- Increased optimism about making major purchases played a significant role in consumer confidence rising two points in July to 68, according to a new University of Florida survey.
Economics & Business
Jul 27, 2011
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