For shopping, phones are common and influencers have become a factor – especially for young adults
Social media is an important tool for consumers, with some Americans – particularly younger adults – turning to influencer recommendations.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
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More Americans are joining the ‘cashless’ economy
In less than a decade, the share of Americans who go “cashless” in a typical week has increased by double digits.
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Partisans agree: Time with family and friends is meaningful and fulfilling
Large majorities in both parties say spending time with family provides them a great deal or quite a bit of meaning and fulfillment.
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How Americans’ views of the U.S. compare with international views of the U.S.
People around the world see both strengths and flaws in the U.S., but they generally view the U.S. positively, according to a new survey of 24 countries.
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Large Shares See Russia and Putin in Negative Light, While Views of Zelenskyy More Mixed
Across 24 countries, large shares have an unfavorable view of Russia and no confidence in Putin to do the right thing regarding world affairs.
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Americans name China as the country posing the greatest threat to the U.S.
In an open-ended question allowing Americans to name which country they see as the greatest threat to the U.S., 50% name China.
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Inflation, Health Costs, Partisan Cooperation Among the Nation’s Top Problems
Democrats hold the edge on many issues, but more Americans agree with Republicans on the economy, crime and immigration. Inflation remains the top concern for Republicans and Republican-leaning independents, with 77% saying it is a very big problem. For Democrats and Democratic leaners, gun violence is the top concern, with about 81% saying it is a very big problem.
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Most Top-Ranked Podcasts Bring On Guests
Thousands of guests appeared on the top-ranked podcasts in 2022, but a relatively small number accounted for a majority of appearances. 76% of top-ranked podcasts brought on at least one guest in 2022, and 27% almost always or regularly featured guests.
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Americans see both Russia and China in a negative light – but more call Russia an enemy
91% of Americans have unfavorable views of Russia and 83% have unfavorable views of China.
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Q&A: Why and how Pew Research Center conducted 66 focus groups with Asian Americans
This project represents our first comprehensive examination of Asian American identity using focus groups. Here’s how and why we did it.
