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Gen Z shopping trends

Gen Z prioritizes personal research over brands and ads when shopping: Study

Gen Z prioritizes personal research over brands and ads when shopping: Study

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September 26, 2026

A new Rukam Capital study shows Indian Gen Z consumers prioritize product quality, pricing, and personal research over advertisements and influencer recommendations. While widely using AI for research, most insist on making the final buying decisions themselves.