Holiday shopping
Sales See Holiday Shoppers Unbothered By Price Increases, Supply Shortages
Holiday sales rose 8.5 percent this year compared to 2020, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse.
13 Best On-the-Go Gifts for Travel Enthusiasts
Know someone who's going on a trip this year? Check out the 13 best gifts for frequent travelers.
Poll: 4 in 10 Americans Say It's Harder to Afford Holiday Gifts This Year
A poll conducted by the Associated Press and the NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that many Americans are feeling the effects of inflation.
We Have an Opportunity—and an Obligation—to Shop Black This Holiday Season
Our dollars make a difference. How we spend them shows companies what we want, from the products on their shelves to the causes they support and how they are resourcing and advancing staffers of color.
11 Most Entertaining Gifts for True-Blue Music Lovers
Obsessed with all things music? From a bestselling record player to high-quality speakers and wireless headphones, these are the 11 best gifts for musicophiles.
Retail Spending Rose in November; Experts Optimistic for Holiday Season
Retail spending increased by 0.3 percent in November, compared to the 1.8 percent rise in October, but experts are still confident in the holiday season.
Secondhand and Resale Gifts Are Booming This Holiday Season, Retailers Say
Online thrift retailer ThredUp saw gift card sales jump 103 percent during the first two weeks of December compared to all of November, an executive said.
Nearly Half of Shoppers Aware of Smash-and-Grabs Feel 'Less Safe': Poll
About 1 in 5 individuals in the entire survey group told pollsters they did not intend to shop in person at all.
11 Best Gifts for Anime Lovers
Do you know someone who's obsessed with anime, manga or chibi? Check out our ultimate gift guide for shopping for Anime lovers—from books and posters to makeup.
Beware of Fake Fendi, Chanel, Authorities Warn After Seizing Counterfeits
Inaccurate logos, peeling designer labels and sloppy stitching can all be signs that a product is fake, officials said.
Out-of-Stock Messages Up 258 Percent This Holiday Season Compared to 2019
The shortages will not just leave customers without the specific products they want, but could hurt smaller retailers and bring down total holiday sales.
Spending Rises in October, Unemployment Claims Dip in New Economic Data
A 1.3 percent rise in consumer spending in October in the face of rising inflation gave experts a positive sign in new economic data released Wednesday.
Nike Cancels Orders Until Summer '22, Supply Chain Muddles Holiday Shopping
Any holiday orders from Nike that haven't been shipped will not be fulfilled, the athletic apparel retailer said in an email.
Walmart CEO Says Biden Instrumental in Supply Chain Improvements
"Each month of the quarter got stronger," CEO Doug McMillon said. "The number of containers that we're moving through the ports has grown significantly."
Target Closing Stores on Thanksgiving For Good, Extending COVID Practice
Many retailers saw strong sales last year after being forced to rethink the traditional kickoff to the holiday shopping season by offering extended sale events.
What to Know About Return Policies at Major Retailers for Holiday Shopping
Some companies have already extended their return policy to accommodate for the early holiday shopping.
White House 'Can't Guarantee' Holiday Packages Will Arrive on Time
"We are not the Postal Service or UPS or FedEx," press secretary Jen Psaki said.
CA Ports to Operate 24/7 to Ease Shipping Bottlenecks, Supply Shortages
Supply chain issues are closely linked to recent consumer price increases, which pose risks both economically and politically for U.S. officials.
2020 Holiday Return Policies for Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Costco and More
Extended return policies at some retailers apply only to a selection of merchandise, such as electronics.
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AMPLIFY - BeautyWhere to Buy Fashionable Clothes Online Without Breaking the Bank
Looking for cheap but ultra-fashionable clothes? Here are the top 10 online stores we recommend for your stylish needs.
What Does Black Friday Mean? Origin, History and Why It Starts the Shopping
Despite resistance from retailers, the name has been used to describe the start to the holiday shopping season for nearly 60 years.
Why Amazon and Jeff Bezos Don't Deserve All That Hate
Why Amazon isn't all the evil; Silicon Valley's plot to cut salaries of its stay-at-home employees; and how the world really works in the world of investing.
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WikibuyFrugal Living: 4 Wikibuy Features to Take Advantage of Today & Save Money
As convenient as it is to shop online, there are ways to help lower your cart total and save money. One way of doing this is by getting Wikibuy's free browser tool used by millions.
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WikibuyThis Free Browser Extension Will Help You Save Money as You Shop Online
If you plan to shop online, Wikibuy is a smart solution that can help you save money and earn credits redeemable for gift cards. It is simple and, best of all, free to use.
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Boll & Branch5 Hottest Bed & Bath Deals From the Boll & Branch Semi-Annual Sale
From velvety soft bath towels to the ultimate sleeping luxury: "The Mattress," we have curated the 5 hottest bed & bath deals you don't want to miss out on from Boll & Branch's upcoming sale.
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AMPLIFY - LifestyleShopping Deals: Sustainable, Greener Fashion That's Also Cheap
Fast fashion has become synonymous with disposable low-cost fashion that remains the obsession of Instagram fashionistas and price-driven families preferring quantity over quality. Yet, fast fashion cannot be completely shunned.
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HPLet's Talk About Ultimate Power Specs, Baby! HP Business Desktops Overview
During this time when workloads are just so demanding and operations are moving to home offices, every business professional requires computing of the ultimate power specs.
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PlushBedsIs Memorial Day the Best Time to Buy a New Mattress?
Memorial Day 2020 is right around the corner and there are plenty of amazing deals that you can score online this Memorial Day!
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PlushBedsHow COVID-19 Is Changing America's Shopping Habits
On March 11, 2020, WHO declared COVID-19 a pandemic. What followed could only be described as "panic buying"—from people hoarding onto toilet papers to sanitizers.
Trump Tariffs Could Spike 2019 Holiday Shopping Prices for Americans
"Consumers could see higher prices for TVs, cell phones, [laptops], cameras, cookware, stemware, instruments, clothing, shoes, toys, strollers, and much more," Aronhalt said.