Consumption is driven by strong motivations such as emotion, identity, and social connection, but COVID-19 has put pressure on these stimuli. As a result, the values and habits that have traditionally shaped how people relate to spending are shifting dramatically. With 80-90% of Americans and 52% of Britons a...

Governments have been forced to act quickly in the face of the pandemic – whether that’s by revising data policies to enable digital contact tracing or enforcing social distancing measures that are changing the design of restaurants, stores, and public spaces. ‘Safety theatre’ is becoming de rigueur as busine...

As COVID-19 continues to disrupt daily life, traditional depictions of Christmas jubilation may hit the wrong note. Amazon’s 'The show must go on' ad taps into consumers’ desire for a more frank approach to 2020's festive season, showcasing the power of community even in a pandemic.

There's a fine line between impulsive and compulsive, and as people get hooked on the joy of receiving a delivery, many are becoming concerned about the effect of their expenditure. While deliveries provide delight in the darkest of days, debt is not too far away for those who overindulge.

COVID-19 has made in-store shopping a challenge for everyone, but especially those who face hurdles when navigating stores. Neatebox’s free app creates an inclusive and stress-free experience whereby users book assistance in advance and receive personalised in-store service.

Shuttered for months during lockdown, supermarkets, fast fashion outlets, and all manner of retailers across the UK are set to reopen in the summer. But are people ready to return to the high street? Canvas8 spoke to eight Britons to find out how they feel about shopping post-pandemic.