The document summarizes findings from consumer surveys regarding consumer spending expectations and how consumers are coping with rising gas prices. It finds that consumer confidence is down and that overwhelming majorities anticipate paying more for gas and clothing over the next six months. It also discusses how consumers are coping with high gas prices by driving less, combining errands, and cutting back on other expenses.

1. Special Report:Consumer Spending Expectations & Gas Price Coping Mechanisms BIGresearch® Consumer Intentions and Actions® (CIA®) SurveyMarch-2011, N=8,491May-2011, N=8,344 BIGinsight™ 400 W. Wilson Bridge Rd. Suite 200 Worthington, OH 43085 Ph: 614-846-0146

2. Consumer Confidence is Down… Source: BIGresearch® CIA®, May 03-11, N=8,344 © 2011, Prosper®

3. Consumer Expectations are High When it Comes to Paying More For Clothing Through September How do you expect prices will change over the next 6 months for the following items? Fashion Top (blouse, embellished tee) Pair of Jeans Source: BIGresearch® CIA®, March-2011, N=8,491 © 2011, Prosper®

4. Overwhelming Majority Anticipate Paying More for Gasoline Over the Next 6 Months How do you expect prices will change over the next 6 months for the following items? Source: BIGresearch® CIA®, March-2011, N=8,491 © 2011, Prosper®

5. And They are Coping By: Source: BIGresearch® CIA®, May-2011, N=8,344 © 2011, Prosper®

6. Fluctuating Gas Prices are Also Impacting Spending: Source: BIGresearch® CIA®, May-2011, N=8,344 © 2011, Prosper®

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