Things we’re still buying

To read the paper or watch TV, you’d get the impression that no one is spending any money in this ground-to-a-halt U.S. economy.

Banks are failing. Automakers want to be bailed out. Large electronics chains are liquidating assets and closing their doors.

Alas, not everyone seems to be feeling the pain (or acknowledging it, at least). Some items apparently are so irresistible that even cash-strapped consumers are willing to pony up.

What’s still jumping off the retail shelves? Forbes looked into just that and came up with this list:

– Smart Phones

– Videogames and Consoles

– Gym Memberships

– Personal Care

– Toy Building Sets

– Car Maintenance

– Dress Casual Shoes

– Restaurants

– Movie Tickets

– Netbooks

To read more about these, and to see a slideshow, visit Forbes.

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