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With Discounts on Offer, Shoppers Seem to Bite
Early data on online spending this week shows consumers are being drawn to discounts. A clearer picture of Black Friday sales, including in-store spending, will emerge in the days ahead.Business - The New York Times - 3 hours ago -
US economy ‘motoring along’ with 2.8% expansion in last quarter, but Trump’s trade tariffs ‘threaten economic growth’ – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Trump’s tariff threat sets stage for bitter global trade war . Trump’s tariffs will lead to higher prices in the shops, and ...World - The Guardian - 2 days ago -
My husband died and now I need to take over the family finances. Should I hire the adviser who brings cookies and wants me to buy an annuity?
When you’re shopping for an adviser, you should look for someone you feel comfortable with — but that’s just the startBusiness - MarketWatch - November 5 -
From Browsing to Buying (and Buying Again)
Five strategies to create a customer experience that drives loyalty.Business - Inc. - November 6 -
Shoppers warned over luxury advent calendar scams
The consumer group Which? is urging shoppers looking for a good deal to beware of fake offers.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
In the race for holiday shoppers' dollars, Amazon is setting the pace
Rival retailers tend to follow Amazon whenever it launches online discounts. But landing on deals is increasingly a game of luck, as many appear unannounced.Top stories - NBC News - November 19 -
Your personal shopper . . . on the other side of the world
Want an exclusive luxury handbag or the latest iPhone at a cheaper price? Send someone to buy it for you via an appWorld - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Shoppers see some relief this year for Thanksgiving groceries
Shoppers buying Thanksgiving groceries are seeing some relief at the register for the first time in years. The price of staples like turkey, pumpkin and green beans are down compared to last year, ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Black Friday shoppers warned to be wary of deals
Nine out of 10 Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other times of the year, Which? finds.Top stories - BBC News - 3 days ago -
Black Friday Used to Be Fun for Shoppers. What Happened?
Lining up early outside stores and hunting for deals was once part of a gratifying Black Friday. It no longer feels that way.Business - The New York Times - 21 hours ago -
Black Friday shoppers flock to stores for holiday deals
More than 183 million Americans are expected to shop between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday this year, a record high. They'll be chasing some of the biggest discounts of the year. Nancy Chen is in ...Top stories - CBS News - 12 hours ago -
Nissan seeks anchor investor to help it through make-or-break 12 months
Carmaker looks for steady shareholder as longtime partner Renault sells down its holdingWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Trump’s Tariffs
We explore his promise to impose a charge on foreign products entering the U.S.Top stories - The New York Times - November 21 -
Walmart thrives and Target struggles as shoppers prioritize basics and bargains
Big retailers’ fortunes are diverging ahead of the holiday shopping season, with consumers proving to be choosy spenders in the run-up to Black Friday and Cyber Monday.Top stories - NBC News - November 20 -
Sainsbury’s shoppers warned to watch out for Nectar points scam
Fraudsters target customers who have built up a high points balance ahead of ChristmasWorld - Financial Times - November 22 -
Versace bag for £15: Why Christmas shoppers are choosing charity shops
Second-hand shops say more people are turning to them to keep the festive season affordable.Top stories - BBC News - November 23 -
China’s cash-strapped shoppers drawn to second-hand luxury items
Price-conscious buyers hunt for deals while others seek goods that can hold value in times of uncertaintyWorld - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, watchdog says
Supermarket customers can save money with loyalty cards but should still shop around.Top stories - BBC News - 2 days ago -
Kohl’s has a new CEO, but not enough of the things its shoppers depend on
When Kohl’s Corp. on Monday announced it was getting a new chief executive next year, investors got suspicious. On Tuesday, the department-store chain confirmed those suspicions, reporting results ...Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
Falling US fuel and food prices bring relief to Thanksgiving shoppers
Record travel numbers expected over festive period even as Americans remain anxious over inflationWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season
In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Retailers Turn to Weather Strategies as Climate Changes
Major chains now factor weather conditions into promotional strategies, inventory decisions, and advertising campaigns.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Retailers Jump at the Chance to Invest in Fifth Avenue
IKEA and Uniqlo join luxury fashion houses in owning, rather than leasing, huge retail spaces on the strip. Developers are cashing in.Top stories - The New York Times - November 5 -
‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut
“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
China’s retail sales jump but property gloom persists
Policymakers have unveiled a range of stimulus measures to restore confidence in the economyWorld - Financial Times - November 15 -
Returns Are a Headache. More Retailers Are Saying, Just ‘Keep It.’
In a survey, nearly 60 percent of retailers said they had policies that refund customers for items that aren’t financially viable to send back.Business - The New York Times - November 15