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Luxury spending now driven by experiences and 'inheritourism'

Affluent consumers are prioritizing experiences and heritage travel over material goods. This shift is driving a structural realignment in the global luxury market as buyers seek meaning over ownership. The sector is seeing a cautious recovery despite global tensions.

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New data indicates experiential luxury growth is outpacing traditional goods sales.

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  1. Luxury Spending Shifts Toward Experiences and Inheritourism

    Affluent consumers are prioritizing experiences and heritage travel over material goods. This shift is driving a structural realignment in the global luxury market as buyers seek meaning over ownership. The sector is seeing a cautious recovery despite global tensions.

    What's confirmed:

    • Luxury experiences are projected to grow between 3% and 7% this year.
    • Luxury goods sales growth is expected to be between 1% and 4% in 2026.
    • Global luxury spending totaled €1,443 billion in 2025.
    • US luxury consumers are pivoting toward experiential services and heritage travel, known as inheritourism.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • AI IPO wealth is bolstering a luxury industry damaged by the Iran War.
    • AI-era buyers and climate relocation are shaping demand in the $1 million to $5 million tier.
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