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Trending search data from Google reveals how consumer expectations have changed from 2021 to 2022.
A new report from Google contains data on how customer expectations are changing, and reveals what people want from businesses this year.
Based on a comparison of search volume from 2021 to 2022, trends indicate that customers want things both sooner and later.
If customers are out shopping in person then they want the ability to do it late at night, and if they’re shopping online they want items to arrive as soon as tomorrow.
They also want new experiences from businesses, such as the ability to bring their pet out for dinner.
Data in the report is compiled by the Google Ads Research and Insights team from an analysis of billions of recent search queries.
Staying informed about consumers’ changing expectations can help your business meet their needs better, ensuring they continue to choose you over competitors.
The report provides insight into how customers are phrasing their needs when looking for information in Google Search.
You can meet customers where they are in Google by emphasizing some of these key phrases on your website or business listing.
Here are the top insights from Google’s report on the latest developments in consumer behavior and market trends.
Consumer expectations for new experiences, services, and ways to shop are on the rise, with growing searches for:
These trends highlight the immediacy with which consumers expect to have products in hand.
Further, they want extended hours of customer support after the purchase.
When going out to visit local businesses, customers are expecting more of the comforts of home. Such as the ability to bring their dog to a restaurant.
If your business caters to these needs, make sure it’s highlighted on your website so you can get found by searchers.
Consumers are eager to get out of their home and enjoy some in-person events again.
Searches are on the rise for:
These trends indicate that consumers are comfortable with attending events in-person this year, which is a good sign if you’re planning on hosting one.
However, people don’t want everything the same as it used to be, as evidenced by the “unique things to do” search trend.
In-person events are back on, but consumers won’t necessarily settle for the same old things they did before.
Several of what Google calls “pandemic-related trends” continue to stick.
Searches are still on the rise for:
For more data, see the full report on Think With Google.
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Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, …
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