Strong December growth pushes online holiday sales up 7%New data indicates higher-than-expected December e-commerce activity helped produce healthy 2023 online holiday sales results. Shein, Uniqlo tops in fast-fashion spend in U.S.Fast fashion continues to gain traction in the U.S. market — with one brand clearly in the lead — while luxury spending takes a hit. Placer.ai: Super Saturday traffic rivals Black Friday numbers Placer.ai foot traffic data shows that Super Saturday visits rivaled or exceeded Black Friday traffic for several retail sectors. Minimum wage increases go into effect in these 22 states The new year brought with it minimum wage increases in more than 20 states — with more to come later in the year. CGP: 'Stunning’ Super Saturday drives record sales Super Saturday gave a big boost to holiday sales. NRF: Returns totaled $743B in 2023; reach 14.5% of sales Retailers have been focused on efforts to mitigate returns — and with good reason. Holiday dinner prices increase over last year despite slowing inflation Despite slowing food inflation, the price of a Christmas meal will be approximately 7% higher this year compared to 2022. How much does shipping affect holiday shoppers? A new survey reveals the extent to which shipping issues impact holiday shopping decisions. How are consumers celebrating Christmas this year? A new survey reveals how many consumers will be observing Christmas, as well as where and on what they plan to spend their holiday money. Study: Online returns could exceed $80 billion this holiday season Retailers could be looking at a costly challenge this holiday season: the increased cost of returns. Coupon, retail app use on the rise, according to grocery survey Despite a slowdown in inflation, grocery shopping remains a financial burden for many. Strong shopper turnout expected — online and in-store — Saturday, Dec. 23 It’s not called Super Saturday for nothing. First Previous 65 66 67 68 69 Next Last
