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Buying a Used Car? Be Sure to Flatter the Seller
July 26, 2013 Consumers set high prices when selling their possessions because they feel threatened, according to a new ... > full story -
Empowering Your Customers? Think Twice About Social Media Campaigns
July 26, 2013 Companies that empower consumers by involving them in important processes such as product development shouldn't also try to influence them through social media, according to a new ... > full story -
Why Are Consumers Less Likely to Buy a Product When It's the Only Option?
July 26, 2013 Consumers are more likely to search for alternatives when they are given only one option, according to a new ... > full story -
From Embarrassing Facebook Posts to Controversial Tweets, Why Are Consumers Oversharing Online?
July 26, 2013 Increased use of digital communication is causing consumers to lose their inhibitions and "overshare" online, according to a new ... > full story -
Materialism and Loneliness: Is There Really a Vicious Cycle?
July 26, 2013 Despite being much-maligned, materialism is not always bad for consumers. Loneliness may cause materialism, but the opposite is not necessarily true, according to a new ... > full story -
Cinderellas Reign in Final Four Ratings
July 25, 2013 Research shows that Cinderella teams boost Final Four ratings by 35 percent - 3 million more homes in a semifinal and 4.5 million in a title ... > full story -
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Twitter Predicted to Become a Big TV Screen
July 25, 2013 New research predicts that Twitter will become much like TV. Researchers predict Twitter posts by everyday people will slow down, yet celebrities and commercial users will continue to post for ... > full story -
Cost of Arctic Methane Release Could Be 'Size of Global Economy', Experts Warn
July 24, 2013 Researchers have warned of an "economic time-bomb" in the Arctic, following a ground-breaking analysis of the likely cost of methane emissions in the region. Economic modelling shows that the methane ... > full story -
Luxury Products' Role in Relationships Revealed
July 24, 2013 Purchasing designer handbags and shoes is a means for women to express their style, boost self-esteem, or even signal status. New research suggests some women also seek these luxury items to prevent ... > full story -
Want to Stick With Your Diet? Better Have Someone Hide the Chocolate
July 24, 2013 If you are trying to lose weight or save for the future, new research suggests avoiding temptation may increase your chances of success compared to relying on willpower ... > full story
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