According to a survey conducted among consumers in the United States in August 2022, ** percent of respondents said they had purchased products or services based on recommendations from family, while ** percent said they did so based on suggestions from close friends. Gen X respondents were those most inclined towards following the recommendations of family and friends. In contrast, Gen Z and Millennial respondents were more likely to adhere to the endorsements of companies or brands on social media.
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