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Elections, hurricane damage and more: Here are four factors that will shape holiday shoppers' purchases

A deal-hunting mindset, volatile weather and election distraction could influence holiday spending this year.

Business - CNBC - October 21

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

How internet memes took over Halloween: Inside the holiday's latest costume evolution

From Moo Deng to Raygun, the rise of the meme-inspired Halloween costume not only displays the power of social media — it also shows the endless adaptability of the holiday itself.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 24

How we met: ‘On a group holiday we realised we had feelings for each other’

Hannah, 44, and Sean, 61, met in 2012, when they were patients at the Cassel hospital in London. After a slow-burn relationship, they are now happily married . When Hannah was sectioned in 2007, ...

World - The Guardian - October 24

U.S. economy keeps up the momentum ahead of holiday shopping season, S&P finds

The U.S. economy got off to a good start in the fourth quarter, a pair of S&P surveys found, and pointed toward steady growth at the tail end of the year.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Greek ferry crews call off strike early ahead of three-day holiday weekend

Greek ferry crews have curtailed a four-day strike by several hours, announcing Friday they would go back on the job in the early afternoon instead of at midnight

World - ABC News - October 25

Special Edition Lord Of The Rings Trilogy 4K Gift Set Releases This Holiday, Preorders Live At Amazon

It might be over 20 years old by now, but there's no fantasy film series better than Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Dedicated fans and anyone looking for a gift this holiday should ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 28

'Inflation is like a regressive tax,' economist says — only one group can 'easily afford' holiday spending this year

If the thought of holiday spending makes you wince, you're not alone. Only one group can easily afford this year's costs, a survey found.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Peloton raises its full-year profit guidance, but expects the holiday quarter to be softer than expected

Peloton's cash flows are improving, but it's expecting to sell fewer bikes and treadmills during its holiday quarter than Wall Street expected.

Business - CNBC - October 31

'Slow shopping' can save you money this holiday season. Here’s how it works

The trend toward making more mindful buying decisions can help you avoid impulse purchases and debt over the peak shopping season.