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Funflation drives Americans to spend more on at-home hobbies

Americans are increasingly spending more on at-home hobbies and entertainment due to rising costs associated with going out, a phenomenon dubbed "funflation." Spending on hobbies saw a significant year-over-year increase in August, outpacing the growth in related transactions. This trend is particularly noticeable among older Millennials, while Gen Z shows increased spending on video games. The elevated prices of travel, dining, and entertainment are driving consumers back to more affordable at-home activities, as evidenced by data showing higher spending on streaming subscriptions compared to live events. AI

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Funflation drives Americans to spend more on at-home hobbies

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez ·

    Funflation is fueling hobbies as Americans spend more on fun at home to avoid going out

    The rising cost of airfare, eating out, and gas has made Americans pickier about their spending.