How ‘Funflation’ Impacts Hobby Spending

‘Funflation’ making hobbies pricier, but WA still splurging

From outdoor activities to arts and crafts, the cost of all has grown over the past year in what has been labelled a bout of ‘funflation’ . . . but West Australians are still splurging.

‘Funflation’ being buzzkill for those looking to have good time - The Daily Bo Snerdley

Americans are spending more on hobbies and recreational activities without making nearly as many additional purchases as rising living costs make leisure time harder to afford. Consumer spending on hobbies climbed 7.9% year over year in August, while transactions increased just 3.4%, according to a September report from the Bank of America Institute. The widening gap suggests a resurgence of “funflation,” or the rising cost of recreational activ…

‘Funflation’ being buzzkill for those looking to have good time

Americans are spending more on hobbies and recreational activities without making nearly as many additional purchases as rising living costs make leisure time harder to afford. Consumer […]

How ‘Funflation’ Impacts Hobby Spending

Despite higher prices, the sector is experiencing ongoing strong sales.