durable goods; durables
Economic term for goods that are used over a long period, such as cars, furniture, and appliances. Contrasts with 非耐久財 (non-durable goods).
Consumption of durable goods is greatly influenced by the economy.
Refrigerators and washing machines are typical durable goods.
消費財 is a broader term for consumer goods, which can be either durable or non-durable.
Compound of 耐久 (たいきゅう, 'endurance, durability') and 財 (ざい, 'goods, assets'). A straightforward Sino-Japanese economic term.