Expert Shoppers Buying

What our expert shoppers are buying this Black Friday

Browse our editors' favorite Black Friday deals this year, from portable speakers to fancy laundry detergent.

Buy Now Before Tariffs Hit, Retailers Are Telling Shoppers

Many businesses are urging customers to buy before President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs potentially raise costs—and prices.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 9 hours ago

Nordstrom tops Wall Street’s earnings expectations, as shoppers buy more clothes and shoes

The retailer's sales growth is notable at a time when discretionary merchandise and the luxury sector have been under pressure.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Should you buy gold from a big retailer? Pros and cons experts say to know

Buying gold from a big retailer could make sense for some investors, but it won't be the right move for everyone.

Tips for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shoppers

CBS News' Nancy Chen has some information you should know if you're hitting the stores or clicking away online as the holiday shopping season hits its peak.

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 - 43 minutes ago

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.

Top stories - The New York Times - 22 minutes ago

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.

UK shoppers hit by taramasalata shortage after strike

Workers at food manufacturer Bakkavor have walked out in a dispute over pay

Business - Financial Times - November 11

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.

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 app

World - 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, ...

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.

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 - 18 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 ...

Black Friday shoppers hit stores across U.S

The holiday shopping season has begun with stores offering deals and discounts for Black Friday.

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.

Sainsbury’s shoppers warned to watch out for Nectar points scam

Fraudsters target customers who have built up a high points balance ahead of Christmas

World - 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.

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 uncertainty

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

US retailers stretch out Black Friday deals to lure flagging shoppers

Spending is key driver of US economy but shows signs of slowing as impact of past inflation lingers

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Shoppers Are Picky Heading Into Black Friday. Retailers Could Win or Lose Big.

Companies say shoppers are still buying, but they want a deal.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, watchdog says

Supermarket customers can save money with loyalty cards but should still shop around.

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 inflation

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Who wants to buy Chrome?

And thoughts on savings

World - Financial Times - November 22

If Nashville Is Selling, The Oilers Should Be Buying

Predators GM Barry Trotz is threatening a rebuild after a slow start, and the Oilers could be the beneficiaries.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Budget to benefit less affluent shoppers despite hit to business, says Primark owner

ABF warns changes to national insurance and wages will cost it tens of millions but remains optimistic

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Costco shoppers stocked up on supplies as hurricanes, port strike hit. The trend hurt sales in October.

The warehouse retailer says demand was “negatively affected” by “abnormal consumer activity” tied to the September events.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

Walmart hikes its outlook again as shoppers spend more outside the grocery aisles

The discounter will deliver its latest sales results as inflation cools and the holiday season heats up.

Business - CNBC - November 19

Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, despite weak clothing demand

Shares of Gap Inc. rallied after hours on Thursday after the clothing retailer pushed its full-year outlook higher and said the holiday shopping season was “off to a strong start.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 22

Wrexham's Hollywood owners buy local brewery

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have bought another piece of Wrexham -- its brewery.

Sports - ESPN - October 31

C.J. Stroud implies Texans are pointing fingers, not buying in

Generally, Texans quarterback C.J.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 1

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What our expert shoppers are buying this Black Friday

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Nordstrom tops Wall Street’s earnings expectations, as shoppers buy more clothes and shoes

Should you buy gold from a big retailer? Pros and cons experts say to know

Tips for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shoppers

With Discounts on Offer, Shoppers Seem to Bite

With Discounts on Offer, Shoppers Seem to Bite

From Browsing to Buying (and Buying Again)

Shoppers warned over luxury advent calendar scams

UK shoppers hit by taramasalata shortage after strike

In the race for holiday shoppers' dollars, Amazon is setting the pace

Your personal shopper . . . on the other side of the world

Shoppers see some relief this year for Thanksgiving groceries

Black Friday shoppers warned to be wary of deals

Black Friday Used to Be Fun for Shoppers. What Happened?

Black Friday shoppers flock to stores for holiday deals

Black Friday shoppers hit stores across U.S

Walmart thrives and Target struggles as shoppers prioritize basics and bargains

Sainsbury’s shoppers warned to watch out for Nectar points scam

Versace bag for £15: Why Christmas shoppers are choosing charity shops

China’s cash-strapped shoppers drawn to second-hand luxury items

US retailers stretch out Black Friday deals to lure flagging shoppers

Shoppers Are Picky Heading Into Black Friday. Retailers Could Win or Lose Big.

Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, watchdog says

Kohl’s has a new CEO, but not enough of the things its shoppers depend on

Falling US fuel and food prices bring relief to Thanksgiving shoppers

Who wants to buy Chrome?

If Nashville Is Selling, The Oilers Should Be Buying

Budget to benefit less affluent shoppers despite hit to business, says Primark owner

Costco shoppers stocked up on supplies as hurricanes, port strike hit. The trend hurt sales in October.

Walmart hikes its outlook again as shoppers spend more outside the grocery aisles

Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, despite weak clothing demand

Wrexham's Hollywood owners buy local brewery

C.J. Stroud implies Texans are pointing fingers, not buying in

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