Survey: Consumers to hunt for holiday value amid inflation concerns Inflation is top of mind for nearly all consumers, with a strong majority noting that it is impacting their spending choices. PwC forecasts 7% increase in average holiday spend; Gen Z ‘rising star’ of seasonShoppers plan to spend an average of $1,638 on gifts, travel and entertainment this holiday season, marking a 7% increase from 2023 and a 15% jump from 2022. Cost savings trumps convenience, according to survey Cost-conscious consumers are prepared to endure inconveniences to save money this holiday season. Study: 36% of consumers shop Black Friday; discounts, deals main motivator Fashion will be most sought-after purchase category during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. RILA: Port strike could cost the economy over $4 billion a day A port strike by dockworkers at 36 U.S. ports seems all but certain (at least as of late afternoon Monday.) Party City discounts more than 2,000 items Party City is cutting prices on thousands of its products ahead of the holiday season. Target, Lowe’s, Wayfair kicking off holidays with October extravaganzas Holiday shoppers keep getting more opportunities to score big deals during the first half of October. Adobe: U.S. online holiday spend to shatter records at $240.8 billion Adobe is predicting strong growth will push holiday e-commerce to new heights. Mall of America, Rent the Runway to host fall/winter pop-up Mall of America’s collaboration with Rent the Runway is back by popular demand. Here's what Kroger holiday shoppers want A new survey of Kroger customers reveals how they plan to shop for the holidays. First Previous 18 19 20 21 22 Next Last