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10/31/2024 High insurance rates pump the brakes on car sales 

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10/31/2024 A look at the state of affordable housing in the US 

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10/31/2024 Why some retail has been resilient against Amazon 

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10/31/2024 Private job creation totaled a stunning 233,000 in October, far more than expected, ADP says 

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10/31/2024 Research: Brands can help Gen Z parents teach cultural awareness 

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10/31/2024 Consumer Confidence improves in October 

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10/30/2024 Many insured Americans experience delays and denial of care because of health insurance 

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10/30/2024 The most-loved cars and car brands in America 

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10/30/2024 Capturing the latest decking and outdoor living trends 

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10/30/2024 TikTok plans early start for holiday promotions 

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10/30/2024 Most consumers plan to shop online this holiday season 

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10/29/2024 Most Americans overwhelmed by number of streaming services 

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10/29/2024 Holiday spending is expected to rise, but consumers will remain focused on finding deals 

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10/29/2024 2024 could go down as the worst financial year for farmers since 2007 

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10/29/2024 Study: 1-in-3 online orders delivered late; shoppers want compensation 

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10/29/2024 Little Caesars names Mediahub US media agency of record 

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10/29/2024 US home prices rose again in September 

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10/28/2024 Have you checked out RAB.com's Manager Dashboard? 

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10/28/2024 Your RAB membership has tremendous value — Learn all the benefits 

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10/28/2024 Radio works for recruitment and more 

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10/28/2024 News deserts abound throughout the US, Medill study finds 

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10/28/2024 Volunteering boosts mental well-being 

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10/28/2024 Radial research: 3 takeaways from Radial's holiday shopping consumer survey 

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10/25/2024 Radio — Taking care of those in need 

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10/25/2024 Make character count in hiring and promoting 

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10/25/2024 2024 holiday spending expected to reach new record 

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10/25/2024 Existing-home sales slid 1.0% in September 

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10/25/2024 Dating app ad spending set to eclipse 2023 

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10/25/2024 Holiday gifting report highlights importance of holiday gifting in boosting employee satisfaction and retention 

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10/24/2024 Are you ready for the holiday rush? 

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10/24/2024 New iCIMS research reveals increased candidate demand for part-time work across retail and transportation 

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10/24/2024 Halloween in the USA: Unravelling American shopping preferences, spending patterns 

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10/24/2024 Consumer angst necessitates F&B industry action 

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10/24/2024 Let the ghoul times roll: Why retailers love Halloween 

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10/24/2024 Competitive prices, comfortable lounges win service customers 

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10/23/2024 Double down on engagement before turnover picks up, consultant urges 

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10/23/2024 Eagle Hill Consulting Employee Retention Index holds steady for third quarter, but signals sustained lower worker turnover could increase through earl 

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10/23/2024 62% of consumers plan to celebrate Halloween; 80% plan to purchase candy, Numerator reports 

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10/23/2024 Survey: 85% of online shoppers check their card statements more frequently amid rising fraud concerns 

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10/23/2024 C-store retailers take their expectations for beverage sales down a notch 

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10/23/2024 Circana reports modest gains in 2024 back-to-school tech sales amid consumer caution 

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10/22/2024 Understanding America's labor shortage: The most impacted industries 

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10/22/2024 Robert Half's 2025 salary guide highlights key hiring and compensation trends amid a changing job market 

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10/22/2024 How Americans see men and masculinity 

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10/22/2024 Inside Gen Z's makeup trends — less is more 

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10/22/2024 End of word-of-mouth advertising? GoDaddy data shows Gen Z trusts influencers more than friends 

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10/22/2024 Key housing takeaways from the American Community Survey 

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10/21/2024 Next RAB live presentation: Radio Works for Recruitment 

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10/21/2024 E-commerce + Radio: A Beautiful Match! 

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10/21/2024 RAB's Promotional Calendar can help you come up with your 2025 promotional ideas! 

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10/21/2024 More than half of older US workers say ageism hinders their hiring 

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10/21/2024 Here's how and why consumers are shopping 

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10/21/2024 The affordability challenge for dealers 

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10/18/2024 Top automated driving features US consumers want in their next car 

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10/18/2024 Most Hispanic Americans say increased representation would help attract more young Hispanics to STEM 

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10/18/2024 Hotel execs are upbeat about 2025 — 5 trends they're talking about 

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10/18/2024 Business bankruptcies rise in 2024 

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10/18/2024 3 reasons pet owners stop feeding raw meat-based dog food 

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10/18/2024 DOC: Furniture sales gap widens in September 

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10/17/2024 The latest trends in siding and external materials 

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10/17/2024 Fountain of happiness: Older adults' outlook on life and optimism towards the future 

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10/17/2024 Home prices are plummeting in some of the nation's most desirable places to live—especially in these 10 cities 

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10/17/2024 Swiftly consumer survey reveals rising grocery costs and inflation are driving voting decisions for nearly half of Americans 

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10/17/2024 Steady sales growth expected for 2024 holiday season, according to NRF 

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10/17/2024 Holiday spending to increase; experiences rising as popular gift option 

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10/16/2024 American Academy of Pediatrics: Suspensions, expulsions harm students' mental and physical health 

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10/16/2024 Numerator quantifies the impact of memory lapse on market research 

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10/16/2024 Daily loneliness afflicts 1 in 5 in US 

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10/16/2024 Health literacy challenges increase costs, client concerns 

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10/16/2024 Life insurers miss the mark on clarity of information and personalization—particularly among younger customers, J.D. Power finds 

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10/16/2024 Consumer wellness shift adds up to $600B-plus food & beverage opportunity 

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10/15/2024 Why dealers are ramping up self-sourcing amid tight used-car supply 

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10/15/2024 Who US adults follow on TikTok 

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10/15/2024 4 in 10 US voters planning to cast ballots early 

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10/15/2024 Advertisers losing consumers to ad fatigue 

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10/15/2024 What do consumers expect from the post-purchase experience? 

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10/15/2024 Housing market highlights 

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10/14/2024 Grocery price inflation in September matches high for the year 

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10/14/2024 Data reveals which tech features home buyers want 

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10/14/2024 Survey: Teen spending up 4% from spring 

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10/14/2024 Next RAB live presentation: Radio Works for Recruitment 

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10/14/2024 Ad-to-Sales Ratios will let you estimate how much advertisers should allocate to their advertising 

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10/14/2024 The end of the year nears. Prepare for 2025-2027 with RAB's Broadcast Calendars! 

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10/11/2024 How customers' dining preferences and spending habits are shifting in 2024 

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10/11/2024 Frustrated by high prices, shoppers focus on value, convenience and personalized experiences 

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10/11/2024 Taking cues to elevate the customer experience 

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10/11/2024 Nearly 70% of healthcare organizations hit by cyberattacks report patient care disruptions: survey 

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10/11/2024 The labor market slowed in September 

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10/11/2024 Survey: Shipping costs, on-time deliveries critical for holiday shoppers 

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10/10/2024 Employers are focusing on plan designs to manage healthcare costs: survey 

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10/10/2024 Another rough year for department stores 

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10/10/2024 Most shoppers prefer a store with robots: Study 

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10/10/2024 Why brands need creators to stay relevant 

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10/10/2024 Retail report shares tips, trends 

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10/10/2024 Fast casual is winning the value perception battle 

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10/09/2024 Hospital-at-home care's future still hangs in the balance 

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10/09/2024 Report: Grocers will push discounts for the remainder of 2024 

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10/09/2024 September was a strong hiring month for restaurants 

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10/09/2024 Survey: Consumers value shopping local 

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10/09/2024 Key hardware trends to monitor 

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10/09/2024 Poll: Gen Z romance often spoiled by politics 

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10/08/2024 The most important factor for online grocery shoppers is... 

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10/08/2024 Here's how to spark consumers' EV interest 

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10/08/2024 1 or 2 health systems controlled the entire market for inpatient hospital care in nearly half of metropolitan areas in 2022 

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10/08/2024 Report: 86% of shoppers are frustrated about grocery shopping 

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10/08/2024 Halloween increasingly enjoyed by adults 

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10/08/2024 Managers are burning out and likely to quit. Here's how to reverse that 

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10/07/2024 New issues of The Pitch  

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10/07/2024 Sell more with co-op 

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10/07/2024 O'Reilly Auto Parts sponsors jingle contest! 

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10/07/2024 Gen Alpha worth over $28B in direct spending 

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10/07/2024 Survey: Thanksgiving hosts' spending plans include... 

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10/07/2024 Baby Boomers are richest generation ever — Gen X, Millennials, you lose 

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10/04/2024 Newly built apartments are starting to fill up faster, but at a slower pace than last year 

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10/04/2024 Death of a segment: Minivans 

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10/04/2024 Looking ahead to the 2024 holiday season 

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10/04/2024 Nearly 1 in 3 consumers find paying return shipping more annoying than jury duty 

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10/04/2024 More Americans are using social media to find their new car: Report 

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10/04/2024 Which states have the worst eating habits? 

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10/03/2024 Massive port strike is expected to severely disrupt supply chains 

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10/03/2024 New brands jump at endorsement deals with influencers, celebrities: Study 

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10/03/2024 CMS report shows hospital-at-home care increases recovery, while decreasing costs and readmissions 

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10/03/2024 Wawa comes out on top in latest industry satisfaction survey 

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10/03/2024 Samsung ranks No. 1 in TVs and home appliance in 2024 ACSI survey 

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10/03/2024 Here's who shops at Temu — and how much they spend 

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10/02/2024 What should restaurant operators expect from the interest rate cut? 

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10/02/2024 AI on smartphones — what features do consumers value most? 

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10/02/2024 Here's how retailers are staffing up for the 2024 holiday season 

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10/02/2024 Grocers are banking on private-label sales to boost traffic and loyalty 

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10/02/2024 Survey: Shoppers noticing 'shrinkflation' more frequently 

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10/02/2024 How 84 Lumber is building the leaders of tomorrow 

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10/01/2024 The 2024 state of spend 

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10/01/2024 9 in 10 Americans engage with magazine media, most take action on ads in magazines 

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10/01/2024 Consumption of coffee outside home returns to pre-pandemic levels 

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10/01/2024 Are traditions still shaping holiday plans and meals? 

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10/01/2024 How to be top-of-mind with convenience shoppers 

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10/01/2024 Survey data reveals who's using cordless tools 

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