Spending jumped 15% in 2021 and more than 7% in 2022, but analysts expect “normal” growth of 2.3% to 3.3% for the season in 2024.
And just about everyone has sticker shock.
The National Retail Federation predicts at least $957 billion in sales this holiday season. But that might not mean everyone is splurging.
Inflation won’t make us spend less this holiday season, according to predictions. But it may mean we get less.
Many Americans are in better financial condition this year but remain cautious, says Wall Street Journal reporter Veronica Dagher.
Signet Jewelers, the company behind Kay Jewelers, Jared and Zales, is reporting weak holiday sales figures. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.
New survey finds nearly half of Americans feel pressured to overspend on gifts.
Will consumers spend more this season?
Marketplace Money's Carmen Wong Ulrich talks about stores opening earlier than ever for the holiday shopping season.
A study from the American Affluence Research Center finds that families with a net worth of $800,000 or more think the economy's doing great.
