This report follows the main consumer markets and consumers’ behavior indications for the year 2009. To better understand how Americans are adjusting their buying habits during the recession we have collected consumers’ spending statistics and market data as well as consumer insights derived from web metrics tools such as search trends and social media monitoring. The “Consumer and Market Trends during Recession” offers a comprehensive review of the U.S. market in the following consumer industries: Food and Beverage, Apparel, Media and Electronics, Travel, Health, Automobiles, Education and Pets. It provides a broad perspective on consumers’ changing behavior during the current economic downturn.
