Baby Boomers

IMAX® Extends Theatrical Run of “Dune: Part Two” in Theaters Across North America in Response to High Fan Demand

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Men, Entertainment, Film & Motion Pictures, Events, Concerts, Consumer, Baby Boomers, Teens, Celebrity, Women, Generation Z, Generation X, Millennials, CityWalk, IMAX, Legendary, Sale, Warner Bros. Pictures, Film industry

Fans who are eager to experience—or re-experience—Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “Dune: Part Two” in IMAX® will have even further opportunities to view the film in theaters as the critically acclaimed blockbuster extends its run in the format’s top 20 markets across North America.

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  • Fans who are eager to experience—or re-experience—Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “Dune: Part Two” in IMAX® will have even further opportunities to view the film in theaters as the critically acclaimed blockbuster extends its run in the format’s top 20 markets across North America.
  • This includes 70MM IMAX® in two locales: Los Angeles’s Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk and New York City’s AMC Lincoln Square 13.
  • The announcement was made today by Jeff Goldstein, President, Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.
  • Goldstein stated, “The incredible response to this film has proven that Denis Villeneuve has crafted an unmissable cinematic experience for audiences, whether they are fans of the first film or discovering this world for the first time through ‘Dune: Part Two.’ The fans have spoken and we, along with our partners at Legendary and IMAX, have listened, and we’re thrilled to return this beloved film to the biggest of the big screens across the country to once again share ‘Dune: Part Two’ with moviegoers in this premium format.”
    Tickets are on sale now for the two 70MM IMAX locations; for other IMAX locations throughout North America, tickets will be on sale beginning Monday, April 15, check your local listings.

78% of caregivers working full time expect their employers to provide benefits supporting them as caregivers, survey finds

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Women, Generation Z, Seniors, Generation X, Baby Boomers, Parenting, Men, Insurance, Human Resources, Mental Health, Finance, Consumer, Professional Services, General Health, People with Disabilities, Millennials, Health, Health Insurance, HR, Generation, Caregiver, Down syndrome, Empathy, Knowledge, Child, Multimedia, Workplace, Emotion, Residential care

The survey examined the whole-person wellness challenges of caregiving and what benefits from employers would be most helpful.

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  • The survey examined the whole-person wellness challenges of caregiving and what benefits from employers would be most helpful.
  • I eat standing up and doing other things in between bites.” – survey respondent
    45% of caregivers said their caregiving responsibilities impact their physical wellness.
  • 78% of caregivers expect their employers to provide benefits and resources to support them as caregivers, and 73% of caregivers look to their employers to find support for their roles as caregivers.
  • 82% of caregivers said their employers offer flexible working locations, and 76% of them said they have used flexible working locations for caregiving duties.

CareTrust REIT Invests $60 Million in Acquisition of Three Southern California Continuing Care Retirement Communities

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Seniors, Construction & Property, Baby Boomers, Managed Care, Health, REIT, Consumer, Residential Building & Real Estate, Nursing, Senior, Patient, CCRC, Investment, Hand

CareTrust REIT, Inc. (NYSE:CTRE) announced today that it has purchased three continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) located in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego counties.

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  • CareTrust REIT, Inc. (NYSE:CTRE) announced today that it has purchased three continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) located in Los Angeles, Orange, and San Diego counties.
  • All three facilities will be operated by Bayshire Senior Communities, an existing CareTrust tenant based in Southern California.
  • CareTrust acquired Torrey Pines Senior Living, a CCRC located in San Diego, California, for a total investment amount of approximately $32.3 million (inclusive of transaction costs).
  • Acquisition of the other two CCRCs was completed through a joint venture arrangement entered into between CareTrust and a third-party regional healthcare real estate investor.

Redfin Survey: More Than Three-Quarters of Baby Boomers Plan to Stay In Their Home As They Grow Older

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Construction & Property, Seniors, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Millennials, Communications, Family, Baby Boomers, Consumer, Residential Building & Real Estate, Ageing, Friends, Qualtrics, Infant, Housing, Government, Sale, Drug

Redfin asked baby boomers in a recent survey what they anticipate their living situation to be as they grow older, and staying in their current home is by far the most common aging plan for older homeowners.

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  • Redfin asked baby boomers in a recent survey what they anticipate their living situation to be as they grow older, and staying in their current home is by far the most common aging plan for older homeowners.
  • Next comes moving in with adult children, with 10% of baby boomers citing that as a possible plan, and moving to an assisted-living facility (10%).
  • The results from baby boomers who rent their home are similar to the results for homeowners noted in Redfin’s report.
  • Baby boomers staying put is one reason young Americans are having a hard time finding a family home, according to a separate Redfin analysis .

INTENSE Serum from (plated)™ Skin Science Wins Best Exosome Serum

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Research, Specialty, Consumer, Baby Boomers, Fitness & Nutrition, Cosmetics, Retail, Science, Seniors, Millennials, Vitamins, Supplements, Health, Other Science, Exosome, Serum, Aesthetics

Rion Aesthetics, a pioneer in regenerative aesthetics and exosome technology, is proud to announce that its (plated)™ Skin Science INTENSE serum has received the 2024 NewBeauty Award for “Best Exosome Serum.” ​​The NewBeauty Awards showcase top products and treatments across a variety of categories ranging from innovative in-office procedures to best skin-care selections.

Key Points: 
  • Rion Aesthetics, a pioneer in regenerative aesthetics and exosome technology, is proud to announce that its (plated)™ Skin Science INTENSE serum has received the 2024 NewBeauty Award for “Best Exosome Serum.” ​​The NewBeauty Awards showcase top products and treatments across a variety of categories ranging from innovative in-office procedures to best skin-care selections.
  • “As pioneers in regenerative aesthetics, we look forward to continuing to push the industry forward while providing cutting-edge solutions in skin care.”
    The INTENSE serum is the first and only human-platelet-derived exosome serum available today.
  • Intense serum is exclusively available with leading aesthetic practices nationwide or at platedskinscience.com and is available in a first in category refillable alternative.
  • Explore today for an innovative and more radiant tomorrow with (plated) Skin Science INTENSE serum.

Gen Z Driving Shift Toward Digital Tax Payments, According to New Report From ACI Worldwide

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Technology, Generation Z, Generation X, Finance, Fintech, Banking, Accounting, Professional Services, Baby Boomers, Millennials, Personal Finance, Digital Cash Management, Digital Assets, Payments, Software, Consumer, IRS, GM, Tax, ACI, EVP, YouGov, Partnership, PayPal Credit, TaxSlayer, Ageing, Clothing, ACIW, TurboTax, H&R Block, Clutch (eggs), PayPal, ACI Worldwide, Gen, CPA

These behaviors reflect growing mistrust of professional tax institutions and a generational shift toward personal networks and digital payment platforms.

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  • These behaviors reflect growing mistrust of professional tax institutions and a generational shift toward personal networks and digital payment platforms.
  • Unlike Baby Boomers, Gen Xers and even Millennials, Gen Z respondents preferred alternative payment methods (10%) and credit cards (17%).
  • Additionally, Gen Z taxpayers are several times more likely to engage sources outside of professional tax preparers.
  • “This year's findings highlight a pivotal shift towards digital and alternative payment methods, especially among Gen Z.

More Than 80% of Shoppers Had Poor Experiences With Online Retailers Last Year, According to New Global Consumer Survey

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Online Retail, Technology, Women, Electronic Commerce, Men, Baby Boomers, Retail, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Generation Z, Consumer, Online, Automation, Black Friday, EBay, Amazon, Improper integral, Trust, Internet, Social media, Research, Habit, Cyber Monday, Marketing, Gen, Engineering, Baby boomers, Demand, Online shopping

1 concern for global consumers with 42% of U.S. and 44% of U.K respondents planning to shop less online because they need to tighten their budgets.

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  • 1 concern for global consumers with 42% of U.S. and 44% of U.K respondents planning to shop less online because they need to tighten their budgets.
  • “Shoppers expect more from online retailers, demanding free guaranteed on-time shipping and deeper price deals and discounts – or else they will purchase elsewhere,” said Mark Simon, Vice President of Strategy at Celigo.
  • The research provides retailers with a roadmap to boost sales and consumer loyalty as well as win Holiday 2024.
  • Ensure e-commerce systems can handle higher volumes and stress-test new integrations now to avoid logistical issues before Holiday season begins.

Nearly 75 Percent of First-time Homebuyers are Optimistic about the Current Housing Market, TD Bank Survey Finds

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Residential Building & Real Estate, Banking, Personal Finance, Construction & Property, Professional Services, Baby Boomers, Millennials, Generation Z, Generation X, Consumer, Finance, Environment, LMI, Wild Arms, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Location, School, Pulse, City, Housing, Investment, Optimism, Workplace, Family, Real estate

Amid lingering concerns around affordability and interest rates, most first-time homebuyers still feel optimistic about the housing market in 2024 and are ready to spend, according to an annual study from TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank ®.

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  • Amid lingering concerns around affordability and interest rates, most first-time homebuyers still feel optimistic about the housing market in 2024 and are ready to spend, according to an annual study from TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank ®.
  • Additionally, more than three quarters (78%) of first-time homebuyers felt their personal financial situations are in stable condition in 2024.
  • This optimism has sprung into action with nearly all respondents (97%) having already taken steps in the homebuying process.
  • A similar survey was conducted from February 13 – March 1, 2023, among a sample of 1,007 first-time homebuyers.

Fidelity Investments® Research: Retirement Transforming as 2-In-3 Americans Live More Intentionally Post-Pandemic

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Men, Professional Services, Consumer, Baby Boomers, Asset Management, Other Professional Services, Generation Z, Women, Human Resources, Generation X, Seniors, Millennials, Finance, Baby boomers, Social Security, Tax, Head, Travel, History, News, Hope, Pleasure, Fidelity, Woman, Male, Social, Concern, Road, Fidelity Investments, Workforce, Dream, Physical fitness, Investment, Multimedia, Medicare, Gen, Legislation, Financial adviser

Across generations, two-thirds look forward to pursuing work for pleasure while in retirement and hope for a phased retirement – working full-time at first, then part-time, before stopping altogether.

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  • Across generations, two-thirds look forward to pursuing work for pleasure while in retirement and hope for a phased retirement – working full-time at first, then part-time, before stopping altogether.
  • “Americans are approaching their ‘golden years’ with more intention and opportunity than ever before,” said Rita Assaf, vice president of Retirement Products at Fidelity Investments.
  • Fidelity also created the Fidelity Retirement Score℠ , which provides a rough estimate of how much people may need in retirement and suggests ways to help improve their score.
  • Plus, for those with Fidelity workplace retirement accounts, there is access to one-on-one appointments, phone consultations and workshops through their employers.

Genworth Releases Cost of Care Survey Results for 2023: Twenty Years of Tracking Long-Term Care Costs

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Managed Care, General Health, Professional Services, Family, Consumer, Baby Boomers, Health Insurance, Insurance, Nursing, Seniors, Finance, Health, Well, Cooking, Eating, Genworth Financial, Partnership, COVID-19, Research, Running, Long-term care, Live, Housing, Safety, Ageing

The cost of long-term care services increased across all provider types and increased more substantially for certain settings, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2023.

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  • The cost of long-term care services increased across all provider types and increased more substantially for certain settings, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey 2023.
  • Inflation and the shortage of skilled care workers are the core drivers of increases in the costs of care services.
  • Genworth, in partnership with CareScout, a wholly owned subsidiary of Genworth Financial, Inc., has been conducting its Cost of Care Survey since 2004.
  • Cost of Care Survey tool , an interactive web-based tool to help calculate the median cost of long-term care services in your area.