The National Retail Federation has forecast consumer spending in the main holiday shopping season November 1 through December 31 will grow between 2.5% and 3.5% compared to the 2023 period. The forecast calls for $979.5 billion to $989 billion in total holiday sales...
Inflation is still a significant factor in consumer behavior even though the rate has declined, according to a survey conducted by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co. The survey revealed consumers across key demographic groups are shifting their shopping habits,...
PwC’s 2024 Holiday Outlook survey revealed 59% of respondents believe inflation will influence their holiday purchasing this year. Even so, consumers indicated they would spend about 7% more for their year-end festivities for an average of $1,638. The survey suggested...
Some unique twists will confront retail as the year ends, with Boston Consulting Group’s 2024 Holiday Outlook Survey suggesting that the consumer approach to the season is mixed. Using insights from consumers in the United States and credit card data, the study found...
The economy is slowing but growing, inflation has moderated and the Federal Reserve has suggested it’s about to lower interest rates, which suggests that the United States has dodged a recession, according to National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz...
