Circana: Electronics spending rises 3.5% during early December Consumers took advantage of holiday sales to buy new tech gadgets and electronics. More consumers to do some shopping online this holidayDespite in-store shopping expected to see a rise this holiday season, e-commerce will be a staple for the overwhelming majority of shoppers. Circana: Holiday shopping intentions fueled by consumer optimism, hunt for value Consumers are seeking a holiday escape — and that includes some retail therapy. Circana: Consumer emphasis on value and need-based spending continued in August Traditional retail milestones — including the back-to-school shopping season — are being reshaped by changing consumer behavior. Consumer electronics sales weak in 2024; rebound expected in... Consumer technology sales are expected to decrease slightly this year, according to new data from Circana. Circana: Value-driven consumers spending on ‘little luxuries;’ hot sellers are… Year-over-year discretionary and non-discretionary retail spending continued to steady into summer as consumers remained focused on value but also willing to splurge. Circana: What retailers can expect from back-to-school footwear sales When it comes to back-to-school shopping, K-12 parents may opt to buy school essentials before buying their child a new pair of shoes. Private brands make record gains in first half of year Private label products reached new heights in the first half of 2024. Older consumers continue to lead spending in 2024 U.S. retail sales data showed signs of spending stabilization in May, despite inconsistencies between age groups. 1
