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Gen X
Born 1965–1980, Gen X-ers are the smallest cohort yet inherently adaptable, the ‘bridgers’ realising their digital dreams out of an analogue upbringing.
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Gen X Now and Next
Having long lived in the shadow of Baby Boomers and Millennials, Gen X are racing against time to make their influence felt, while juggling their care-giving and financial responsibilities.
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Menopause Travel
A wave of luxurious, expert-led travel businesses is shattering taboos and redefining menopause with a focus on education, empowerment and enjoyment.
Markets
Mature Romance
From Hollywood to publishing, older women are reclaiming desire, starring in box-office hits and driving a new wave of storytelling that challenges age-old stereotypes.
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Reframing Ageing
Jacynth Bassett, founder and CEO of global consultancy, community and campaign Ageism Is Never In Style discusses reframing the anti-ageism narrative.
Macro Trends
The Great Wealth Transfer
Wealth ownership, distribution and the politics that influence cross-generational spending are all in flux, according to the latest findings of The Future Laboratory’s report.
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Samsung targets African smartphone market
Samsung targets African smartphone market
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Westfield’s digital approach to fashion retail
Westfield’s digital approach to fashion retail
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Starbucks branch banks on testing local ideas
Starbucks branch banks on testing local ideas
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Sephora enters healthy Indian beauty market
Sephora enters healthy Indian beauty market
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Department store trials customer service app
Department store trials customer service app
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Netstalgic second wave brings gamers together
Netstalgic second wave brings gamers together
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China overtakes US in demand for luxury watches
China overtakes US in demand for luxury watches
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India Travel & Hospitality Market
Rising affluence is sending millions of Indian travellers overseas, challenging social norms and building a new market in luxury pilgrimages.
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Court case leaves Chivas Regal in low spirits
Court case leaves Chivas Regal in low spirits
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New York taxis offer customers a Square deal
New York taxis offer customers a Square deal
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Selfridges combines high-tech with high-fashion
Selfridges combines high-tech with high-fashion
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French wineries turn to Chinese social media
French wineries turn to Chinese social media
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Fairtrade sales grow in tough retail climate
Fairtrade sales grow in tough retail climate
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Multi-channel retailers must be the real deal
Multi-channel retailers must be the real deal
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World of Wanders as site changes its offer
World of Wanders as site changes its offer
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Bus stop charity ad campaign is gender-specific
Outdoor advertising agency Clear Channel and Curb Media have created a bus stop advertisement for charity Plan UK that shows different content to m...
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Brazil Travel & Hospitality Market
Educated and affluent Brazilian entrepreneurs are hurrying home from across the globe to share in the riches of their booming country. For the firs...
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Website rewards people for green activities
Website rewards people for green activities
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Omni-channel and agility top retail strategies
Omni-channel and agility top retail strategies
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