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**ResearchBuzz: Firehose** @researchbuzz_firehose@rbfirehose.com · 9h

ResearchBuzz: Firehose @researchbuzz_firehose@rbfirehose.com

Temple University: New research shows a pet’s cuteness can significantly influence intentions to book a home-sharing service like Airbnb. “A fluffy dog with soft fur, big round eyes, floppy ears and a small stature is so high on the ‘pet cuteness’ scale that it may influence your decision to book your next Airbnb stay. “

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/04/13/temple-university-new-research-shows-a-pets-cuteness-can-significantly-influence-intentions-to-book-a-home-sharing-service-like-airbnb/

#airbnb #animals #consumerbehavior

**Europe Says** @europesays@pubeurope.com · 4d

Europe Says @europesays@pubeurope.com

https://www.europesays.com/1979622/ Stock Market Chaos Over Tariffs Could Take Toll on Economy #ConsumerBehavior #Customs(Tariff) #DonaldJ #Economy #HighNetWorthIndividuals #income #InternationalTradeAndWorldMarket #RecessionAndDepression #StocksAndBonds #trump #UnitedStatesEconomy

**PUPUWEB Blog** @pupuweb@mastodon.social · 5d

PUPUWEB Blog @pupuweb@mastodon.social

Apple Store employees report a holiday-like rush as fears of tariffs & price hikes spark a shopping frenzy. Consumers are acting fast to avoid higher costs. #AppleStore #Tariffs #PriceHike #ShoppingFrenzy #TechNews #ConsumerBehavior #RetailTrends #Economy

**WYM Mod** @whatyoumissed@mastodon.vtip.me · 6d

WYM Mod @whatyoumissed@mastodon.vtip.me

Will Trump's tariffs trigger a vehicle buying frenzy or panic? The article from Yahoo Finance explores the potential fallout from a proposed 25% tariff on imported cars in Texas. Consumer anxiety over pricing and availability may surge, leading to preemptive purchases that drive prices up. With Texas being pivotal in the automotive market, both buyers and dealers face a delicate balance in navigating these uncertainties. For more insights, read the full article here: https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/texans-warily-eye-impact-trumps-031144813.html. #Tariffs #AutomotiveIndustry #ConsumerBehavior

Yahoo Finance · 6dTexans warily eye impact of Trump's tariffs on their beloved trucksBy Moisés ÁVILA

**Dining & Cooking** @dnc@vive.im · Apr 2

Apr 2

Dining & Cooking @dnc@vive.im

Wine Talk – The New York Times https://www.diningandcooking.com/1994151/wine-talk-the-new-york-times/ #Advertising #ConsumerBehavior #francais #france #French #FrenchParadox #heart #MISLEADINGANDDECEPTIVEADVERTISING #SIXTYMINUTES(TVPROGRAM) #Television #UnitedStates #wines

**RaymondPierreL3** @RaymondPierreL3@aus.social · Mar 20

Mar 20

RaymondPierreL3 @RaymondPierreL3@aus.social

New NSW laws to regulate e-bike batteries after hundreds of fires and multiple deaths https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/mar/20/new-nsw-laws-to-regulate-e-bike-batteries-after-hundreds-of-fires-and-multiple-deaths?

This type (#circulareconomy) of legislation is but the first courageous step towards what is required. I’m sure more is on its way in NSW and other jurisdictions will soon follow (if not already ahead of the game).

However, just like our little composting bins from our councils, a new service needs to be implemented to collect spent batteries (of all types) from the consumer. It seems that battery collection points in stores or shopping centres is insufficient to alter lazy consumer behaviour. A battery bin next to your food waste bin is the way to change #consumerbehavior behaviour.

The Guardian · Mar 19New NSW laws to regulate e-bike batteries after hundreds of fires and multiple deathsBy Guardian staff reporter