Portuguese people spend more on technology due to social pressure
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Portuguese people spend more on technology due to social pressure

SAPO Notícias6 September 2026 at 14:00

The Portuguese spend more on technology due to social pressures, according to a study promoted by refurbed, a marketplace for refurbished equipment. The research was conducted by Appinio and sought to understand how the preferences of young Portuguese people influence technology purchasing decisions in family contexts. The study reveals that young people play a significant role in families' technological choices, often pressuring for the latest equipment or specific brands. This dynamic causes Portuguese consumers to end up spending higher amounts than initially intended, influenced by social factors and the desire to meet the expectations of the younger generation.

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