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How consumer behavior is affecting the economic recovery

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Empty shelves at a Target in Burbank, California, at the beginning of the pandemic.

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Segments From this episode

How we decide what to buy

by Andy Uhler Jun 11, 2021
Do the rising prices of things like cars and homes actually affect how people are spending their money?

What happens to consumer demand when products are scarce?

by Marielle Segarra Jun 11, 2021
Do you wait? Change your plans? Buy something else?

Should company bosses get a bonus for good behavior?

by Stephen Beard Jun 11, 2021
More senior executives in Britain are winning a financial reward for running their companies ethically. But isn't that part of the job?

Music from the episode

Becoming a Tree Richard Houghten
Hands of Time Kraak & Smaak, Alxndr London
Dancin - Krono Remix Aaron Smith, Luvli, Krono
Last Raindrop Fitz and The Tantrums

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