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Apple cautious on holiday outlook as it starts AI rollout
Shares fall despite solid earnings as analysts weigh impact of new ‘Apple Intelligence’ featuresBusiness - Financial Times - 14 hours ago -
Barbie boom fades at Mattel, but Hot Wheels — and adult collectors — are on an upswing
Mattel Inc. reported mixed third-quarter results, as a drop in demand for Barbie toys weighed on sales overall — but management said it expects a solid holiday season ahead and a toy-centric film ...Business - MarketWatch - October 24 -
29+ personalized holiday gifts
We rounded up 29+ personalized gifts for everyone on your list — including embroidered tote bags, customized photo puzzles, engraved jewelry and more.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
The best holiday gifts under $50
You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to find a great holiday gift. We rounded up tons of gifts under $50 from Patagonia, Parachute, Brightland and more.Top stories - NBC News - 2 days ago -
Maps show NOAA's winter outlook
NOAA has released its seasonal outlook for the 2024-25 winter months, which predicts the U.S. will slowly transition into a La Niña pattern.Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
When to book your holiday travel and what to expect
As another potential record-breaking holiday season is on the way, you may want to book those flight tickets early. Airfare tracking site Hopper says to expect prices to start climbing as soon as ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
USPS releases holiday mailing deadlines, key dates
USPS has released its holiday mailing deadlines. Send by Dec. 18 for ground and first-class mail, Dec. 19 for priority mail and Dec. 21 for priority express to the lower 48 states.Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Holiday Sales Growth Expected to Normalize to Prepandemic Levels
Despite shoppers’ election-year concerns and worries about the economy, retail executives predict sales to increase as much as 3.5 percent over last year’s holiday season.Business - The New York Times - October 15 -
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Tim Dowling’s tips for a successful multigenerational holiday
If you want your family to behave, make sure you invite friends, too – and five other ways to ensure your group holiday doesn’t feel like you’re herding cats. A multigenerational holiday has its ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Halloween’s Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity
Americans once made their own costumes and candy. Now, the holiday has rapidly commercialized, transforming into an economic juggernaut.Business - The New York Times - October 19 -
Holiday in Greenland? New airports aim to entice tourists
The Arctic territory hopes that three new airports will pave the way for direct flights from the US and Europe.Top stories - BBC News - October 20 -
'Holiday home dream left us crippled with debt'
Families who lost tens of thousands of pounds buying holiday caravans want the industry to change.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
Mattel, Hasbro lower guidance ahead of holiday season
Toy giants Mattel and Hasbro decreased 2024 guidance prior to the holiday season as toy sales continue to fall during the third quarter.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
How Amazon Sellers Can Boost Their Holiday Sales
Cyber Week should be brands’ top priority this holiday season. These strategies can help.Business - Inc. - 3 days ago -
At your service: the holiday homes with a significant difference
Second residences with the perks and services of a hotel and members’ club is thriving sector — with buyers paying a premium for ‘lifestyle per square foot’World - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Martin Rowson on a parlous outlook for the UN – cartoon
Continue reading...World - The Guardian - October 15 -
Unilever Backs Outlook After Sales Growth
The consumer goods giant reiterated its full-year guidance after underlying sales grew more than expected in the third quarter as shoppers welcomed easing price hikes and began buying more of the ...Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 24 -
Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages
Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.Top stories - BBC News - 21 hours ago -
ING Lifts Outlook After Profit Beat
ING raised its total income outlook for the year and said it would distribute up to $2.7 billion to shareholders after net profits topped expectations.Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday -
STMicroelectronics Cuts Outlook Again on Continued Weak Demand
STMicroelectronics slashed its annual guidance for the third time this year after posting a slump in net profit and sales, as demand for chips in cars and industrial equipment remained weak.Business - The Wall Street Journal - Yesterday -
Smith & Nephew cuts outlook on China weakness
FTSE 100 medical manufacturer reports price pressures and worse-than-expected demandWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Retailers Are Tossing Out Traditional Holiday Calendars. Here’s Why
Holiday shoppers have driven retailers to change their seasonal strategies.Business - Inc. - October 13 -
National Retail Federation predicts record 2024 holiday sales
Holiday sales are poised to set a new record in 2024 and could increase by as much as 3.5 percent from 2023, the National Retail Federation (NRF) announced Tuesday. The NRF forecasts holiday retail ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season
Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.Business - CNBC - October 16 -
Tapas not tantrums: we put food at the centre of our Barcelona family holiday
On a rail trip to Spain from the UK via Paris, our writer discovers a great way of travelling happily with children …. Street lights strobed through the window, sending shadows sweeping across our ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
How marketers should advertise to mobile gamers during the holidays | Unity
Unity is unveiling its playbook for mobile game advertisers to increase revenues in the holidays through ads.Tech - VentureBeat - October 21 -
Jennifer Hudson talks first-ever holiday album, return of talk show
Jennifer Hudson speaks with "CBS Mornings" about her first-ever holiday album and the return of "The Jennifer Hudson Show" for its third season. Hudson's tour "The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live ...Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
What’s actually worth buying from Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event
Amazon’s Holiday Beauty Haul event runs for 2 weeks, during which you can save on skin care, hair tools, hair care and more from brands like Cosrx and Sunday Riley.Top stories - NBC News - October 21 -
Target cutting prices on 2,000 items for cash-strapped shoppers ahead of the holidays
Target is lowering prices on more than 2,000 items across an array of categories in a bid to offer more discounts to cash-strapped customers as the holiday season approaches.Top stories - NBC News - October 22 -
Target, Walmart and other retailers announce price cuts ahead of holidays
Target says more than 2,000 items are having their prices marked down ahead of holiday season, joining other retailers like Walmart and Aldi who have also announced plans for cheaper costs before ...Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
4 Ways to Incorporate Your Brand Identity Into Your Holiday Gifts
Shaping your customer’s perception of your company is simple through visual branding elements.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Retailers Adjust Holiday Sales Plans to Handle Rising Consumer Stress Levels
Shoppers’ worries about the presidential election and its economic consequences threaten holiday season spending. Retailers are scrambling to limit pullbacks.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Here's how much Americans plan to spend on the holidays this year
Numerous estimates show Americans are expected to spend more on the holidays this year as wages rise and inflation cools.Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
How to Attract Holiday Shoppers? Target and Walmart Say: Price Cuts and Throwbacks
Big-box retailers are rolling out discounts ahead of the winter shopping season.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Mattel Braces for Flat Toy Sales Ahead of Holiday Season
Mattel, the company behind Barbie doesn’t anticipate a high holiday sales season this year.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list
Nike and Kohl's are expecting sales to fall this year, but they remain a top choice among consumers, indicating they must move quickly to not fall out of favor.Business - CNBC - October 24
