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The U.S. economy is heavily driven by consumer spending, which accounts for nearly 70% of the country's GDP annually. The Federal Reserve classifies this spending into two main categories: non-discretionary and discretionary. Non-discretionary expenses include essentials like food, medicine, housing, and clothing, while discretionary spending covers items such as entertainment, travel, and luxury goods. In the last quarter of 2019, consumers spent a staggering $13.4 trillion, fueling economic growth and optimism for the year ahead.
Then, everything changed.
As the coronavirus spread globally, governments implemented lockdowns, forcing businesses to close and people to stay home. This sudden shift disrupted daily routines, with many working remotely and parents juggling homeschooling while managing household responsibilities. The question arises: how has this affected our spending habits? Are we spending more now that we're at home, or are we cutting back?
**Impulse Buying**
Being confined indoors and lacking social interaction has led to increased anxiety and depression for many. As a result, online shopping has become a go-to coping mechanism—often referred to as retail therapy. For some, shopping offers a sense of control in an unpredictable world. This trend has been particularly evident in the surge of orders from Amazon, online clothing stores, and grocery delivery services across the country.
However, this boom in online activity has created challenges. Delivery times have slowed, and warehouses are struggling to keep up. Amazon, for example, is actively hiring thousands of new workers to manage the rising demand.
**Hoarding Supplies**
In the early days of the pandemic, panic buying became widespread. Grocery shelves were quickly emptied of essential items like toilet paper, bottled water, disinfectants, and hand sanitizer. Many stores had to impose purchase limits, yet shortages persisted in some areas.
This behavior isn’t entirely new—people often stock up during natural disasters—but the scale of hoarding during the pandemic was unprecedented. Supermarket carts filled with meat, dairy, bread, frozen meals, and pizzas became common as families prepared for the unknown.
**Buying Material Goods**
With social distancing measures in place, discretionary spending has taken on a new meaning. According to Psychology Today, uncertainty and fear can drive materialistic tendencies, leading people to buy luxury items as a way to cope. While these purchases may not serve a practical purpose, they offer emotional comfort and a sense of status.
For those who can afford it, buying high-end brands or luxury goods provides a psychological boost during uncertain times. It’s less about utility and more about identity and security.
**How People Are Shopping Now**
With physical stores closed and malls empty, more people are turning to mobile apps and e-commerce platforms to meet their needs. While this shift lacks the social experience of in-person shopping, it supports public health efforts by reducing unnecessary exposure.
Restaurants have also adapted, using delivery apps like UberEats, GrubHub, and DoorDash to continue serving customers. These platforms have helped keep essential businesses operational, ensuring that communities still have access to food and beverages.
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