'Funflation' is on the rise as hobbies get pricier, but consumers keep spending anyway
Reported by CNBC · cnbc.com ·
Consumers are spending more on hobbies like arts and crafts and outdoor sports, as it gets more expensive to travel due to increased airfare.
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CNBC published this on September 27, 2026. $CBKM has moved -1.48% ($32.38 to $31.90). Measured from the first print available after publication, against the latest available quote. This comparison does not isolate the story's effect.