Your Money Minute Choiceful Catches On 12/8/25
Dec 8, 2025
Discover how 'choiceful' consumers are reshaping spending habits. Business leaders recognize a shift as Americans become more selective with their purchases. Learn how Disney's CFO illustrates this trend, noting that while people are cautious, they still invest in memorable experiences like theme parks. Find out why attending events is on the rise, yet everyday spending is down. This careful approach to spending is crucial, as consumer behavior significantly impacts the economy's growth.
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Consumers Have Become 'Choiceful' Spenders
- Businesses now describe many American shoppers as "choiceful," meaning more selective in purchases.
- Jessica Ettinger highlights that consumers pick and choose where to spend rather than cutting spending entirely.
Disney Example Shows Selective Splurging
- Jessica Ettinger notes Disney's CFO used "choiceful" when discussing theme park spending.
- The example shows consumers still splurge on meaningful experiences despite being selective elsewhere.
Stable Demand With Spotty Spending
- UBS analyst Michael Lasser summarizes consumers as "stable but choiceful" over recent quarters.
- People attend events yet tighten spending in between outings, creating uneven but steady demand.