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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.
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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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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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Inter-Generational Workforces
Companies that radically change the way they employ over-50s and embrace an inter-generational workforce will win the battle for workplace talent.
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App heralds new era for hailing London taxis
App heralds new era for hailing London taxis
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Business Travel & Hospitality boosts Asian economy hotel market
Business Travel & Hospitality boosts Asian economy hotel market
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American Apparel flea market lures Just Nots
American Apparel flea market lures Just Nots.
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Burberry bags top place in Fashion Index
Burberry bags top place in Fashion Index
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Sharing is a smoother experience on Facebook
Sharing is a smoother experience on Facebook
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Home entertainment retail in Sport & Leisurely shift
Home entertainment retail in Sport & Leisurely shift
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Virtual retail touches down in adidas store
Virtual retail touches down in adidas store
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E-commerce no longer a luxury for premium brands
E-commerce no longer a luxury for premium brands
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Rise in convenience in store for consumers
Rise in convenience in store for consumers
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Nokia introduces taxis by touch to Taiwan
Nokia introduces taxis by touch to Taiwan
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India a land of opportunity for luxury brands
India a land of opportunity for luxury brands
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AT Kearney
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Samsung takes a bite of Apple’s pie with a pop-up shop
Samsung takes a bite of Apple’s pie with a pop-up shop
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McDonald’s serves up tv for diners
McDonald’s serves up tv for diners
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Luxury goods sales defy economic downturn
Luxury goods sales defy economic downturn
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Poundland in prime position to ride the recession
Poundland in prime position to ride the recession
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Retail Analysis: Milan’s first luxury department store prefers micro and no-logo
Milan’s first luxury department store prefers micro and no-logo
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Hong Kong store measures up for Lane Crawford
Hong Kong store measures up for Lane Crawford
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Louis Vuitton opens an island temple of luxury
Louis Vuitton opens an island temple of luxury
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World’s cheapest tablet goes on sale in India
World’s cheapest tablet goes on sale in India
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