Miscellaneous

In the last six months, 35% of college students have thought about quitting their academic programs. With 54% citing emotional stress and 43% pointing to mental health issues, these factors have notably intensified since 2020, outpacing even financial concerns.

Restaurants

Due to increasing restaurant prices, 60% of surveyed consumers now opt for more economical fast-food choices. This change highlights a significant shift towards grocery store options like frozen pizzas and tacos.

Auto-Used

April saw a 14% decrease in wholesale used-vehicle prices, primarily due to depreciation in the automotive market. Compact cars experienced the steepest decline among vehicle categories, despite seasonal adjustments.