During the pandemic, many shoppers have been looking to cut costs. But it isn’t just low prices that are winning new customers at dollar stores. With a multitude of locations, they’re tapping into easy convenience and winning with their in-store experience.

Even though the interest in EVs is growing, price still stands in the way – at least in people’s minds. However, experts sugggest that electric vehicles are actually more cost-efficient in the long run, creating room for brands to rejig their narrative to emphasise long-term benefits.

From Gucci to Walmart, no business or industry is immune to the rise of resale, as consumers eagerly buy up used goods in the name of sustainability – and sell theirs on to earn a pretty penny. DIEM, a fintech concept, is merging resale and banking to guarantee people a fair price for their goods.

People are looking for driving and insurance models that prioritise financial options and flexibility over outright ownership, with bespoke packages and usership models giving people control over their modes of transport that ensure both access and freedom. As economic concerns increase for many, these pathways democratise getting around and bypass some of the financial barriers to sustainable choices.