Holiday Shoppers Dollars

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.

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.

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

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

Lysol Maker Reckitt Benckiser Beats Views as Easing Prices Draw Shoppers

Lysol maker Reckitt Benckiser’s revenue fell by less than expected in the third quarter as declines in sales volumes eased, and confirmed its targets for the full year.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

Will Russia lead on an alternative to the dollar?

Vladimir Putin pitches an alternative to dollar to Brics partners

World - Financial Times - October 25

Deficits, Donald Trump and the dollar

How fiscal excess strengthens the currency

World - Financial Times - October 30

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.

Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory

Markets move after poll shows unexpected groundswell of support for Kamala Harris ahead of Tuesday’s election

Business - Financial Times - November 4

Dollar Tree CEO Steps Down

The discount retailer is searching for a new chief executive after Rick Dreiling stepped down from the company’s top role, citing health challenges.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

How to devalue the dollar (a guide for Trump)

Greenback attack

World - Financial Times - November 6

Why the Dollar Keeps Getting Stronger

President-elect Donald J. Trump often says he prefers a weaker dollar, but economists and investors think his proposed policies will have the opposite effect.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

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.

The HTSI holiday gift guide 2024

What’s on the HTSI editors’ and contributors’ Christmas lists? We’ve got it covered

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Putting Some Sparkle Into Holiday Hair

Do-it-yourself kits and salon gift certificates are available to create what many call fairy hair.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

How to stay healthy during the holidays

Dr. Jon LaPook shares essential tips to help you stay healthy through the holiday season.

Lacey Chabert on new holiday films

The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.

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 - 1 hour ago

The dark last days of Donald Trump’s campaign

If the Republican loses, it will reflect his reluctance to appeal to the centre. But if he wins, he will feel emboldened to implement a radical agenda

Business - Financial Times - November 4

US shares and Bitcoin hit record highs on Trump win

The result could have a far-reaching implications for tax and trade policy, as well as economies around the world.

With Trump in power, the dollar is likely to rally but then weaken

Over the incoming president’s second term, the risks of crises may unwind the greenback’s strength

World - Financial Times - November 8

Big changes are coming for dollar and emerging markets

If Trump imposes larger tariffs, the renminbi and US currency pegs will come under pressure

World - Financial Times - November 12

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.

'Holiday home dream left us crippled with debt'

Families who lost tens of thousands of pounds buying holiday caravans want the industry to change.

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. - October 28

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’