ConsUMer Trends

Artificial Intelligence is changing how people shop, browse, and connect with brands. In our 2025 trends research, we uncover what consumers really think about AI tools and personalized ads. Which features excite them—and which raise concerns?

Spoiler alert:  Consumers are curious—but cautious. They want convenience, speed, and personalization. But only when it feels right for them.

In our monumental 10th wave of bi-annual consumer trends research, Provoke Insights, a full service market research firm, surveyed 1,500 Americans to uncover how AI is reshaping consumer behavior across 15 major industries—from apparel and beauty to auto, travel, furniture, and more.

Our Summer 2025 consumer trends research deliver the most up-to-date insights on:

  • AI’s impact on shopping behavior
  • Evolving consumer expectations
  • Brand loyalty in a fast-changing market
  • Industry-specific trends that matter most

Don’t just guess what your audience wants—know it.

Download all 15 category-specific market research reports to access the most up-to-date insights on AI, brand loyalty, shopping habits, consumer trends, and the future of advertising.

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AI and Fashion

 

 


Smart Shopping for Groceries

 

Category Comparison: AI Trustworthiness
Consumers are more inclined to trust AI for recommendations related to electronics, home improvement, and travel.


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Click Below to Download Industry-Specific Reports

  1. AI
  2. Alcohol
  3. Apparel
  4. Auto
  5. Beauty
  6. Finance/Economic Confidence
  7. Fitness
  8. Furniture
  9. Grocery/Produce
  10. Home Improvement
  11. Live Events
  12. Luxury
  13. Restaurant
  14. Skincare
  15. Travel