Consumer interest in luxury goods appears to be on the rise, according to recent data, despite ongoing inflation concerns in the United States.
A report by YouGov, titled “The US Luxury Boom 2024,” indicates an increase in the percentage of Americans purchasing luxury items over the past three years. Fifteen percent of respondents reported buying luxury goods in the last 12 months, up from 9% in 2021. Notably, a significant portion of these buyers (43%) spent over $1,000 on luxury items during the same period, indicating a growing demand in this market segment.
Furthermore, the report suggests a growing inclination among consumers to consider luxury purchases in the near future. Twenty-six percent of respondents expressed likelihood to buy luxury goods in the coming year, marking an increase from 21% in 2023 and 2022, and a substantial rise from 14% in 2021. Additionally, a notable proportion (34%) of those surveyed view luxury goods as a sound investment, while a similar percentage (33%) stated their willingness to pay a premium for luxury brands.
Chris Melchiorre, senior VP at YouGov America, commented on the trend, stating, “Luxury demand continues to rise despite fluctuations in inflation. As more Americans explore or contemplate luxury purchases, brands in this sector must adapt to the evolving preferences of their expanding customer base.”
Regarding product preferences, shoes emerged as the most popular category across various age groups, including 18-24 (40%), 25-34 (41%), and 35-44 (43%). Beauty products followed closely behind, particularly among the youngest demographic, with 33% expressing interest. Meanwhile, fashion accessories ranked second among older age groups, with 38% indicating their preference after shoes.
Motivations for purchasing luxury goods varied among respondents, with the majority citing self-reward (42%) and the desire to “feel good” (41%). Additionally, a significant portion (36%) highlighted the perceived higher quality of luxury items compared to standard products.
In terms of preferred brands, Rolex emerged as the top choice among Americans who purchased luxury goods in the past 12 months, with a 15% share. Other popular brands included Gucci (11.6%), Dior (9.3%), Coach (8.1%), and Tiffany & Co. (8%). Looking ahead, Gucci leads in future brand considerations, with 36.3% of respondents expressing interest, followed by Rolex (32.3%), Dior (28.2%), Tiffany & Co. (25.7%), Louis Vuitton (22.9%), and Prada (22.2%).
The data suggests a notable shift in consumer behavior towards luxury goods, reflecting evolving preferences and increasing demand within this market segment.
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