Holiday sales: Consumer ‘fundamentals’ to counter rising prices, interest rates Who uses self-checkout?A new study sheds light on the demographics of consumers most likely to complete a shopping trip with self-checkout. More young adults are leaving big cities to buy houses in lower-cost metros Retailers that have young families as their customer bases may want to start scouting locations in Boise instead of Los Angeles. NRF predicts ‘healthy’ holiday sales as growth slows amid inflation This year’s holiday sales will be solid, but their growth won’t be anywhere near last year. Survey reveals where Gen Z holiday shoppers are heading Retailers seeking business from young holiday shoppers need to be present in one specific channel. Cyber Week signals look encouraging A new survey indicates most consumers are still interested in the traditional “Cyber Week” (Thanksgiving – Cyber Monday) holiday shopping period. IRI: Thanksgiving dinner to cost 13.5% more; shopping to start early Food and beverage prices rose 1.4% in October compared to September, but compared to a year ago, overall food inflation has stabilized in the past three months. Survey reveals which categories will see holiday increases — and decreases Amid economic uncertainty and high inflation, Americans appear to be approaching the holiday season somewhat cautiously and shifting their spending. Holidays electronics purchase intent is highest for … More than one-third of consumers expect to purchase a consumer electronics product this holiday season. Macerich increases its quarterly dividend citing strong leasing and cash flow One of the nation’s biggest mall operators has issued a strong signal of post-pandemic recovery. First Previous 112 113 114 115 116 Next Last
