How do consumers view shipping costs ahead of the holidays?With consumers beginning their holiday shopping, shipping prices are playing a key role. Black Friday spending expected to increase while shoppers hunt for dealsIn an effort to save on gifts ahead of the holidays, the average spend on Black Friday is expected to increase between 3-22% compared to 2022, according to a new survey. Survey: Many consumers 'dreading' holiday spending Nearly half of Americans are “dreading” the holidays this year due to increased costs. Seasonal hiring update finds retailers optimistic but cautious Retailers added more seasonal hires this October than the same month last year. Economic headwinds will cool holiday sales in 2023 A meager rise of 3% is expected due to resumed student loan payments and low savings rates. Overall story for holiday season 'looks very good,' says NRF economist Every retail holiday season since the pandemic has been unique, and that will be the case again this year. NRF: Holiday spend to reach record levels even as growth slows to pre-COVID levels Holiday shoppers will spend more this year amid solid wage and job growth but will be looking for deals and discounts to stretch their budgets. Survey: Consumers ‘shopping small’ this holiday season Holiday shoppers are looking to support small businesses. Survey: Majority of consumers will shop retail holiday sales, buy themselves items A large majority of holiday shoppers plan to use Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales to find items for themselves. Numerator: 80% of Americans plan to purchase candy for Halloween In the latest Numerator survey, 61% of consumers are planning to celebrate Halloween, compared to 65% in 2022. First Previous 18 19 20 21 22 Next Last
