In a year where the global economic crisis has made its presence felt, Mintel predicts the seven key consumer behaviour trends for the year ahead, looking at how adversity has created a new set of value systems. While in 2009 fear played an important role in shaping consumer behaviour, 2010 will see a return of confidence and adaptation to overcome the restraints previously imposed on consumers. Learn how the following trends are evolving: Resilience Reviewing and Re-evaluating Prove it – Accountability Escapism Media Evolution Ethical Responsibility Stability