In the turbulent economic environment, money is losing its value. Consumers are reevaluating their spending across sectors. With a looming crisis of trust in financial institutions, how are people managing their budgets? And how can brands navigate the complex relationship between value and cost?

British Beauty buyers are overwhelmed with choice – something compounded by the need to juggle self-care with high living costs. Beauty Pie hits the sweet spot for UK beauty enthusiasts by lining up peer-reviewed products at factory prices, creating a loyal and engaged online community.

Across the Netherlands, Wasteless is implementing its AI-informed pricing system to reduce grocery store food waste. This tech allows for effortless participation in a sustainable practice for shoppers, as well as helping to keep prices low – helping to ensure that cost doesn't harm people's ethics.

From what we buy, to what we watch, and even who we date – algorithms increasingly influence people’s decisions. Once largely unknown and invisible forces, people now have a greater understanding of what algorithms do and are beginning to wonder how much control to cede to the machine.

The Ordinary has released a campaign promoting its high quality and scientific backing over influencer collaborations and far-fetched claims. As the cost of living crisis creates increasingly discerning consumers, skincare buffs are looking for products that are reliably effective and affordable.