America's great trek

Article Abstract:

REI sells sports equipment and equipment for hikers and the like. The consumption of products sold by REI represents consumerism for some critics, and REI caters for the better-off. The rich have long sought amusement in outdoor pursuits, and have come to care more about what they wear when involved in these activities. Equipment fetishism could be linked to stress and class divisions, but it helps promote economic growth and is fun, and the US is unlikely to suffer economic problems as severe as those of Japan while such consumerism exists.

United States, Sporting and athletic goods, not elsewhere classified, Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing, Sporting & Athletic Goods, Economic aspects, Sporting goods industry, Sporting goods

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Home is where the wealth is

Article Abstract:

Rising house prices have been the main factor behind the growth in US consumer spending, with average house prices increasing 8.85 in the new to Mar 2001. Prices may continue to rise despite the slowing economy.

Prices and rates, Housing

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Consumers to the rescue?

Article Abstract:

US consumption trends and their impact on the economy are examined in detail.

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