Skip to content
Consumers: From Aging Boomers to Gen Alpha: Navigating Social Shifts and Consumer Trends​

Consumers: From Aging Boomers to Gen Alpha: Navigating Social Shifts and Consumer Trends​

World Retail Podcast
51 min
Play episode
In this episode of the World Retail Podcast, Niamh Stone, Programme Director for the World Retail Congress steps in for our usual host to explore the fascinating world of consumer trends and societal shifts. This episode, part of our special series with Deloitte, offers a comprehensive look at the forces driving retail's future. Join as we delve into the evolving landscape of retail, from the aging Boomers to the emerging Gen Alpha, and how these diverse generations are reshaping consumer behaviour. In a unique and wide-ranging interview with Peter Ruis, Managing Director of John Lewis and Oliver Vernon Harcourt, Partner at Deloitte, we discuss the impact of technology, societal changes, and key life events on consumer choices. Discover how retailers are adapting to trends like the rise of online shopping, the influence of TikTok, and the growing focus on health and wellness.