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Gen Z Keeps Buying Weekly Treats Despite Debt

8/26/2026

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Story summary
  • Gen Z consumers keep buying small indulgences despite debt and rising prices.
  • Bank of America data shows Gen Z leads restaurant spending growth by a wide margin.
  • A Bank of America Institute survey found 34% use treats to cope with stress and 40% cannot afford bigger treats.
  • Datassential survey reported 77% of Gen Z treat themselves weekly to coffee or similar treats.