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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
66% of Americans Are Making Purchases Earlier Than Planned, Due to Tariffs or Other Concerns, According to New Position Imaging/Harris Poll Survey
Concerns Drive Early Shopping; Secure Delivery Options Key to Supporting E-Commerce for Big-Ticket Items STRATHAM, N.H., June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As Americans navigate a shifting retail landscape marked by inflationary fears and confusion over tariffs, a new survey, commissioned by Position Imaging and conducted by The Harris Poll, reveals consumer sentiment around shopping and shipping behaviors. Nearly two-thirds of Americans (66%) report they will make certain purchases sooner than planned this year, primarily driven by concern over price increases tied to tariffs (51%). More than a third (36%) will shop early due to concerns of products going out of stock. While convenience likely continues to fuel online shopping, concerns about delivery logistics, particularly for larger purchases, are reshaping consumer behavior. Nearly 7 in 10 Americans (69%) say they are more likely to purchase oversized or big-ticket items, like TVs or exercise equipment, in-store rather than order them online for delivery. Among apartment and condo dwellers, this trend holds steady at 66%. "It's clear that consumers are feeling vulnerable when it comes to how, and whether their purchases will arrive safely, particularly for more expensive or oversized items," said Ned Hill, Founder and CEO of Position Imaging. "Our latest findings reaffirm that this concern is not just background noise, it's actively influencing shopping behavior. As online shopping accelerates, trust in secure, scalable, and future-proof delivery solutions is increasingly shaping where and how consumers choose to buy." Importantly, the survey found that 64% of Americans would feel more confident making oversized item or big-ticket purchases online to be delivered if they had access to a secure package storage room. This number rises to 68% among apartment and condo residents, a demographic often most impacted by the delivery challenges experienced at multifamily properties and student housing. Younger Americans are significantly more likely to be making purchases sooner than planned this year, with 87% of those ages 18–34 and 83% of those ages 35–44 saying they have or will expedite purchases, compared to just 66% of those ages 45–54, 53% of those 55–64, and 38% of those 65+. The data shows a generational divide, with Gen Z and Millennial consumers more proactively adjusting their shopping behavior. "As tariffs and other concerns drive earlier and more deliberate purchasing decisions, it's clear that reliable delivery infrastructure has evolved from a nice-to-have amenity into a foundational component of modern multifamily living," added Hill. "Secure package storage rooms, such as our Smart Package Room solution, remove friction from the fulfillment process and ensure that all packages–even oversized ones–are secured inside an access-controlled room for convenient resident pickup." Position Imaging's Smart Package Room system is an all-in-one package management solution that automates the process of package delivery and pickup using AI-powered computer vision technology. The future-proof, customized solution is deployed across residential, student housing, and commercial properties nationwide, providing a more secure and efficient experience for couriers, property managers, and residents alike. Survey MethodologyThis survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Position Imaging from June 3-5, 2025 among 2,081 U.S. adults ages 18 and older. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/- 2.5 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. This credible interval will be wider among subsets of the surveyed population of interest. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Position Imaging Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
The Herald Scotland
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Herald Scotland
What do Americans fear most? It's a problem close to home
That is especially true for young Americans, who have seen rates of loneliness and depression skyrocket in recent years. When we talk about America's anxiety crisis, the conversation usually defaults to politics. Many Americans are reportedly tuning out the news due to concerns about our elected officials in Washington, DC. Not only did the 2024 election lead to mass stress, but even non-election year partisanship has been linked to social anxiety. As the American Psychological Association puts it, America is "a nation in political turmoil," with stress an inevitable byproduct. And yet, the situation is far more nuanced than many believe. Americans are not simply paralyzed by politics. Our deepest anxieties reflect the grinding pressures of modern life - from rising costs to family strains. If we wish to address American anxiety, we first have to understand it. And, for that, we have to look far beyond Washington. Americans are anxious - about a lot of things Anxiety is indeed widespread, but it is actually driven more by economic, personal and societal pressures than purely political issues. According to the latest research from The Harris Poll, over three-fourths of Americans (78%) report some level of anxiety, with anxiety rising for more than half the country. The data cited in this column was collected through an online survey of 200 U.S. adults, conducted on June 3 and 4, using Census-matched quotas. Opinion: Politics stressing you out? Here's how to protect your mental health. Economic insecurity is at the core. Financial issues like inflation and the cost of living dominate today's anxieties. Nearly six in 10 Americans (57%) feel impacted by the rising cost of living, and that is by far the greatest driver of anxiety. What is second? Personal financial security (44% impacted). Third? Inflation and financial instability (43%). It is still the economy, stupid. Opinion alerts: Get columns from your favorite columnists + expert analysis on top issues, delivered straight to your device through the USA TODAY app. Don't have the app? Download it for free from your app store. Political division is a notable driver of anxiety, but it is just one piece of a much more personal puzzle. Only 27% of Americans report feeling impacted by political anxiety. Health care access, especially in terms of mental health, is more notable. In truth, many of our anxieties have always existed. They are not unique to the age of artificial intelligence, Trumpian tariffs or Democratic "wokeness." They have to do with parenting, caregiving and marital difficulties. Personal and family concerns loom large, with the future of our children weighing heavily. Technological disruption stokes fears But the times they are a-changing, and not necessarily for the better. In terms of anxiety, technological disruption is increasingly on the radar. Whether it's a parent worried about their own job prospects in a ChatGPT-dominated world or their children's future careers, many Americans are worried about the unintended consequences of automation. As is normally the case, there are multiple factors for us to consider. When most Americans report higher levels of anxiety today than in the past, sweeping generalizations or overly simplistic explanations are not helpful. Opinion: Do you often complain about the state of our country? Here's how to change it. What's helpful is analyzing all of the factors, giving extra weight to the top of the list (economic and financial considerations) while recognizing the list in its entirety. For example, in the age of institutional mistrust, 18% of Americans are anxious about community institutions breaking down without knowing if they can be repaired or what may replace them. Add that to the list, too. Reading the news, it is easy to blame today's politics for American anxiety. However, our concerns predate the Trump administration's squabbles with the Democratic Party or federal agencies, and they will outlast Trump 2.0. To the extent that Washington accelerates anxiety, we should look at pocketbook politics. Americans are anxious primarily because of their other concerns - the nonpolitical ones, the more personal ones. Perhaps there is a silver lining in Americans concerning themselves more with everyday anxieties than the bitter partisanship on Capitol Hill, but collective concern is a great concern in itself. Now, at least we know which anxieties rule the roost. Will Johnson serves as CEO at The Harris Poll.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
SPECIAL REPORT: JUNE HARVARD CAPS / HARRIS POLL: MAJORITY OF VOTERS SAY TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SHOULD SUPPORT ISRAEL'S EFFORT TO TAKE OUT IRAN'S NUCLEAR WEAPONS PROGRAM
85% OF VOTERS BELIEVE IRAN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO OBTAIN A NUCLEAR WEAPON 62% OF VOTERS SUPPORT ISRAEL'S OPERATIONS IN GAZA, SAYING THEY ARE JUSTIFIED UNTIL HAMAS RETURNS ALL HOSTAGES NEW YORK and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) today conducted a limited release of Middle East-focused results from the June Harvard CAPS / Harris poll, a monthly collaboration between the Center for American Political Studies at Harvard (CAPS) and the Harris Poll and HarrisX. "We're seeing majority voter approval for Israel's actions in Iran, with 60% of saying the U.S. should support Israel's military effort," said Mark Penn, Co-Director of the Harvard CAPS / Harris poll and Stagwell Chairman and CEO. "Voters feel very strongly that Iran should not be able to continue with their nuclear enrichment program." VOTERS WANT THE ELIMINATION OF IRAN'S NUCLEAR ENRICHMENT PROGRAM AS A PRECONDITION FOR ANY U.S.-IRAN DEAL 74% of voters say Iran giving up nuclear enrichment should be a precondition for any U.S.-Iran deal (Democrats: 72%; Republicans: 73%; Independents; 76%). 60% of voters support Trump opening negotiations with Iran directly over nuclear weapons. 32% of voters say such negotiations would lead to a good deal (-7 pts., May 2025), 23% say they would lead to a bad deal, and 45% say they would lead to no deal at all. MAJORITY OF VOTERS SUPPORT MILITARY ACTION TO TAKE OUT IRAN'S NUCLEAR WEAPONS PROGRAM 85% of voters say Iran should not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon, including a strong majority across political parties. 54% of voters support taking out Iran's nuclear weapons program with a military operation. 60% of voters say the administration should support an Israel effort to take out Iran's nuclear weapons program if there is no acceptable deal (Democrats: 47%; Republicans: 78%; Independents: 54%). VOTERS SAY ISRAEL IS JUSTIFIED IN MILITARY RESPONSE UNTIL HAMAS HAS RETURNED ALL HOSTAGES 62% of voters say Israel is justified in continuing its military operations in Gaza until Hamas has returned all hostages (Democrats: 50%; Republicans: 78%; Independents: 56%). 80% of voters support Hamas releasing all remaining hostages without any conditions, including a majority across political parties. 75% of voters and a majority across political parties and age groups support Israel over Hamas. 51% of voters support President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict so far (-3). 72% of voters 18-24 y.o. oppose his handling of the conflict. The June Harvard CAPS / Harris poll survey was conducted online within the United States on June 11-12, 2025, among 2,097 registered voters by The Harris Poll and HarrisX. Follow the Harvard CAPS / Harris poll podcast at or on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms. About The Harris Poll & HarrisX The Harris Poll is a global consulting and market research firm that strives to reveal the authentic values of modern society to inspire leaders to create a better tomorrow. It works with clients in three primary areas: building twenty-first-century corporate reputation, crafting brand strategy and performance tracking, and earning organic media through public relations research. One of the longest-running surveys in the U.S., The Harris Poll has tracked public opinion, motivations, and social sentiment since 1963, and is now part of Stagwell, the challenger holding company built to transform marketing. HarrisX is a technology-driven market research and data analytics company that conducts multi-method research in the U.S. and over 40 countries around the world on behalf of Fortune 100 companies, public policy institutions, global leaders, NGOs and philanthropic organizations. HarrisX was the most accurate pollster of the 2020 U.S. presidential election. About the Harvard Center for American Political Studies The Center for American Political Studies (CAPS) is committed to and fosters the interdisciplinary study of U.S. politics. Governed by a group of political scientists, sociologists, historians, and economists within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University, CAPS drives discussion, research, public outreach, and pedagogy about all aspects of U.S. politics. CAPS encourages cutting-edge research using a variety of methodologies, including historical analysis, social surveys, and formal mathematical modeling, and it often cooperates with other Harvard centers to support research training and encourage cross-national research about the United States in comparative and global contexts. More information at Contact:Carrie Hsupr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Stagwell Inc.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Economic Anxiety: 64% Looking to Get Second Job or Start a Side Hustle in the Next Year
28% of Employed Home Renters Would Have Less Than One Month of Savings if They Were Laid Off Today ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --More than six in 10 employed U.S. adults are likely to supplement their income with a second job or side hustle over the next year, according to a new Workforce Monitor® survey from the American Staffing Association conducted by The Harris Poll. The major divisions found in the findings were by Parental Status: Three-quarters (75%) of employed parents with minor children are likely to get a second job or side hustle in the next year, compared with 55% of employed adults without children under 18. Generation: Employed Millennials, aged 29–44 (76%), and Gen Z, ages 18–28 (73%), were more likely to get a second job or start a side hustle in the next year than Gen X, ages 45-60 (59%), and Baby Boomers, ages 61–79 (37%) Social Media Use: A staggering 84% of employed daily social media users were likely to look for a side hustle or second job in the next year, compared with 65% of both weekly and monthly users and 50% of those who aren't on social media accounts. "For growing numbers of Americans, a side hustle can be a good way to build savings, pay off debt, find a new job, or change careers. However, for others, a side hustle means having enough money to make ends meet," said Richard Wahlquist, chief executive officer at ASA. "With economic uncertainty dominating the headlines, it's not surprising to see Americans looking for ways to create some breathing room in their budgets." A significant portion of employed Americans are living with a minimal financial cushion. When asked how long their household could live off of their savings or other income in the event of a layoff Just 19% of employees said their savings could support less than one month of expenses, while 32% said their savings could support them for one to five months. Nearly three in 10 employed home renters (28%) would have less than one month of current savings to live off if they were laid off today, compared with 14% of employed homeowners. "With nearly one in five American workers reporting they don't believe their households could survive a month if they were laid off, there needs to be a renewed focus on ensuring that financial education is required part of every high school curriculum," added Wahlquist. "Financial literacy is a foundation upon which young adults can build a path to success in life on their own terms." Survey Method:This survey was conducted online within the U.S. by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Staffing Association April 21–23, 2025, among 2,093 adults ages 18 and older. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data are accurate to within +/- 2.5 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact Megan Sweeney at msweeney@ About the American Staffing AssociationThe American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices. For more information about ASA, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Staffing Association Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
87% of Fortune 500 Fall Short in Applying AI and Automation for Job Seekers — Yet Nearly Half of 18 – 34-Year-Olds Want a Personalized TikTok-Like Experience
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- P henom, an applied AI company specializing in human resources, recently published its ninth annual S tate of Candidate Experience: 2025 Benchmarks Report. Based on an analysis and ranking of the Fortune 500's candidate experiences across 14 industries, the report revealed that while organizations are increasingly investing in optimizing their career sites with AI and automation, many continue to fail to meet job seeker expectations with hyper-personalized experiences that effectively attract, engage and convert talent throughout the talent journey. 'There is a clear divide between companies experimenting with AI and those truly harnessing its power to accelerate talent acquisition processes and transform candidate engagement,' said John Harrington, Sr. Director, Product Marketing at Phenom. Share Nearly half (47%) of American 18 – 34-year-olds say that if they were applying for a job at a company, their career site should be able to learn what jobs they're interested in the same way the algorithms of their social media platforms (e.g. TikTok and Instagram) learn what videos and posts users might be interested in, according to a recent survey commissioned by Phenom and conducted by The Harris Poll 1. This shows a large disconnect between a population of workers who are expected to make up 80% of the advanced economies' workforce globally by 2034, and what the Fortune 500 are delivering today — with 87% of them failing to use AI and automation to hyper-personalize their career sites according to Phenom's report. Today's candidates not only seek alignment with an organization's relevant roles and purpose before applying to open jobs, but a career site experience that is intuitive and consumer-grade 2. Leading organizations that recognize this evolution are delivering personalized experiences through segmented candidate journeys across all roles and levels by implementing omnichannel approaches to job discovery, strategically investing in automation and intelligence solutions to scale personalization efficiently, and developing a compelling employer brand narrative that creates sustainable competitive advantages. 1 This survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of Phenom from May 20 - 22, 2025 among 2,055 adults ages 18 and older. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/- 2.5 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables and subgroup sample sizes, please contact Phenom. 2 Based on Phenom's data. Expand Companies Fail to Personalize the Candidate Journey The State of Candidate Experience: 2025 Benchmarks Report revealed extensive opportunities for the Fortune 500 to enhance personalization throughout the candidate journey: 88% did not suggest related job openings based on current job title and skills 87% failed to use AI and automation to hyper-personalize career sites 83% did not have a chatbot on the career site that provides job recommendations 83% did not show recently viewed jobs 76% did not automatically detect the candidate's location and suggest relevant jobs nearby 74% did not clearly articulate the employer value proposition throughout the candidate journey in a way that was easy to find 73% did not feature a lot of relevant, quality content that conveys the employer brand throughout the candidate journey 68% did not use a passwordless job cart/favorites function for candidates to save job searches 31% did not use video content featuring employee testimonials showcasing company culture Strongest Candidate Journey Areas The report highlighted a few key areas where the Fortune 500 continue to improve, including technical website performance and job descriptions: 96% had well-written job descriptions with at least three clear responsibilities and qualifications 91% provided the ability to upload a resume and cover letter from mobile devices 82% provided an easy mobile-apply process in three steps or less 86% increase in search providing relevant suggestions based on keywords 62% increase in social login available on the career site 33% increase in type-ahead search on all career site pages Leading Organizations Leverage AI & Automation, Transforming Candidate Experiences Fortune 500 companies that are gaining a competitive advantage are successfully customizing and enhancing candidate experiences: 'We've been able to customize and personalize our candidate experience. For example, we added day-in-the-life videos to all of our manufacturing job pages. Soon after, we noticed an increase in application rates,' said Laura Schmidt, Talent Marketing Consultant for Land O'Lakes, Inc. 'We're also gaining efficiencies through automations, allowing our recruiters to focus on connection with candidates instead of manual tasks. And we're able to share our brand over time with candidates knowing we may not always have the perfect job for them at the moment, but we're able to keep them engaged when that perfect job opens up.' 'We created a dynamic career site that empowers candidates to go on their own journeys, highlighting job categories and creating landing pages with content and openings that are most relevant,' said Scott Ewert, SVP, Talent Acquisition at Regions Bank. 'We wanted one word to define the process of viewing job openings and scheduling interviews: seamless. Indeed, we have created a seamless experience not only for talent prospects but also for our teams who have a clearer window into the most qualified, most capable candidates for open positions. It's very specialized, allowing people to get a more authentic view of what it's like to work in specific departments at Regions. This is an investment that's yielding solid results.' 'Creating a unified candidate journey with a tailored content strategy has empowered us to proactively answer candidate questions, increase our brand awareness and highlight why TD SYNNEX is a great place to grow a career,' said Grant Smith, Global Recruitment Marketing Specialist at TD SYNNEX. 'Companies that prioritize their talent experience strategy are likely to see increases in quality of hire, boosts in recruiter productivity and strengthened brand perception.' Business-Critical Guidance for Candidate Journey Improvements Phenom's 2025 State of Candidate Experience report includes recommendations for organizations seeking to improve how they attract, engage and convert talent with AI and automation. Deliver industry and job-specific personalization. Generic career sites create friction and waste valuable time for candidates looking to learn about jobs and submit applications. Personalize the candidate experience by serving up hyper-relevant content and work opportunities based on context including the candidate's preferences and experience. This ultimately accelerates discovery and conversion while demonstrating your organization's commitment to creating a phenomenal candidate journey. Build a skills-forward career site. Savvy candidates navigate career opportunities based on transferable skills rather than rigid job titles or industry boundaries. Organizations must reimagine their career sites, where talent can instantly connect with relevant opportunities based on their individual capabilities, and where job descriptions prominently showcase the skills and competencies that drive success. Invest in conversational AI and automation. Extend your talent acquisition team's capabilities 24/7 with advanced conversational AI that provides instant support throughout the entire candidate journey — from initial job discovery to onboarding as a new hire. These AI-powered chatbots should seamlessly handle questions, recommend relevant jobs, conduct preliminary screening, and even support the application and interview scheduling process. The Role of Agentic AI in Candidate Journeys AI agents built to meet specific business, personas and industry needs will continue to transform talent attraction and engagement strategies. Experience Agents designed for the candidate journey transform how job seekers find and apply for the right work, and Persona Agents augment how talent acquisition teams attract and engage best-fit talent to: Accelerate hiring, filling specialized and high-volume roles with personalized and automated candidate engagement Slash talent acquisition workloads in half by increasing efficiency and growth through automation and intelligence Streamline employer branding, with generative AI and no-code design tools that make creating branded and personalized content effortless and engaging Enhance how HR teams work with AI to meet or exceed hiring goals 'There is a clear divide between companies experimenting with AI and those truly harnessing its power to accelerate talent acquisition processes and transform candidate engagement through hyper-personalization,' said John Harrington, Sr. Director, Product Marketing at Phenom. 'In today's economy, AI-powered recruitment isn't just an advantage — it's survival. Organizations can automate up to 90% of hiring workflows while improving candidate experience. Those who resist this evolution won't just fall behind; they'll become irrelevant in a market where efficiency and speed directly determine viability.' Phenom's AI, Generative AI and AI agents empower organizations to hire and onboard faster, develop better and retain longer through augmented work — while ensuring responsible AI adoption and utilization. Phenom's award-winning AI technology innovations fuel productivity and efficiency for recruiters, talent marketers, talent leaders, hiring managers, HR and HRIT. To read the full 2025 report and Fortune 500 company rankings, and industry breakdowns across 14 industries including Healthcare & Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing & Materials, Retail, Restaurant & Hospitality, and Transportation & Distribution, download h ere. Organizations not featured in the report can request their own complimentary career site audit h ere. About Phenom Phenom has a purpose of helping a billion people find the right work. Through AI-powered talent experiences, employers use Phenom to hire and onboard employees faster, develop them to their full potential, and retain them longer. The Phenom Intelligent Talent Experience platform seamlessly connects candidates, employees, recruiters, talent marketers, talent leaders, hiring managers, HR and HRIT — empowering diverse and global enterprises with innovative products including Phenom X+ Agentic AI and Generative AI, Career Site, Chatbot, CMS, Talent CRM, X+ Screening, Automated Interview Scheduling, Interview Intelligence, Talent Experience Engine, Campaigns, University Recruiting, Contingent Talent Hiring, Onboarding, Talent Marketplace, Workforce Intelligence, Career Pathing, Gigs, Mentoring, and Referrals. Phenom has earned accolades including: Inc. 5000's fastest-growing companies (5 consecutive years), Deloitte Technology's Fast 500 (4 consecutive years), 11 Brandon Hall 'Excellence in Technology' awards including Gold for 'Best Advance in Generative AI for Business Impact,' Business Intelligence Group's Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards (3 consecutive years), The Cloud Awards 2025/2024, The A.I. Awards 2024, and a regional Timmy Award for launching and optimizing (2020). Headquartered in Greater Philadelphia, Phenom also has offices in India, Israel, the Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom.
