'Funflation' is on the rise as hobbies get pricier, but consumers keep spending anyway
U.S. consumers and older millennials continue spending heavily on hobbies and recreation despite a resurgence in 'funflation' pushing up activity costs.
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U.S. consumers and older millennials continue spending heavily on hobbies and recreation despite a resurgence in 'funflation' pushing up activity costs.
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