# Gen Alpha now influences nearly half of total U.S. household spending for families with kids 8-14.

By **Jenny Huang Goodman MPA MSc MHSA, Principal** — The Stash Edge, Hako Shikin LLC.
Published 2026-10-07.

Canonical: https://www.pops4.com/stash/articles/gen-alpha-consumer-research-via-digiday-2026-10-07t06-6
Subject: Gen Alpha Consumer Research (via Digiday)
Tags: gen-alpha, influence, household-spending, consumer-behavior

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Gen Alpha (ages 8-14) influences nearly 50% of household spending in families with children in that age range, per Digiday analysis.

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## Publisher

**Hako Shikin LLC** — Virginia Beach, Virginia. Founded 1997. ASI 217876 · DUNS 18-204-6339.
Principal and author: **Jenny Huang Goodman MPA MSc MHSA**.

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