How brands respond to racism informs many US adults’ purchase decisions

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More than 2 in 5 US adults said they have started or stopped using a new brand over its response to racial injustice, with younger adults at the helm. Nearly 3 in 5 of those ages 18 to 34 reported doing the same, showing that younger buyers pay attention to a brand’s social stance—and react with their wallets.

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