Research
May 15, 2014
Affluent consumers know what they want
By Sarah Jones
MEXICO CITY, Mexico – Consumers only shop with one or two favorite brands per category, turning to them for familiarity and ease, said an executive from MasterCard Advisors May 13 at the FT Business of Luxury Summit.
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