Why are wealthy consumers less likely to buy luxuries during a recession?

Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 17:30 in Mathematics & Economics

During an economic downturn, even people who are not directly affected spend less on goods and services that signal social status, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.

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