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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 - 3 days ago

Why my picky dog loves Ruggable’s washable pet bed

Ruggable’s new washable dog bed stands up to dirty paws and heavy chewing. This is my and my dog’s experience with the sleek and durable pet bed.

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 - 5 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.

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 - 5 days ago

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 - 4 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 - 3 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 - 12 hours 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 - 4 hours ago

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 - 6 days 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 - Yesterday

Climbing inside a Kelpie's head

Visitors will soon be given the chance to climb inside the 98ft tall structures near Falkirk.

Candidates go head-to-head in battleground states as Election Day nears

With one week to go before Election Day, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris take the stage in dueling rallies while campaign rhetoric heats up in key battleground ...

The best high school girls' basketball teams in 2024-25

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Sports - ESPN - November 19

Americans vote in neck and neck race

Voters head to the polls for Election Day

Pennsylvania Senate race heads to a recount

Pennsylvania’s Senate race is heading to a recount, with the narrow margin between Republican Dave McCormick and Democratic Sen.

Politics - NBC News - November 13

Archbishop candidates need 'heads reading'

The Bishop of Gloucester does not want the "very, very difficult" Archbishop of Canterbury job.

Ernst to head Senate DOGE caucus

Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst (R) is set to lead the newly created Senate DOGE Caucus — a nod to President-elect Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) which will work outside the government to ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Times, stats, predictions as F1 heads to São Paulo

Formula 1 heads to São Paulo for round 21. Check out this weekend's times, stats, predictions and preview.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

NOAA: RFK Jr. whale head allegation unfounded

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Wednesday an allegation about former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his “reported collection of a whale ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Trump, Harris head west for Thursday events

Former President Trump and Vice President Harris are headed West as their presidential campaigns draw to a close for events this Thursday. Trump will first head to the blue state of New Mexico for ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Xenophobia and Hate Speech Are Spiking Heading into the Election

Leading Republican politicians and lax social media controls have contributed to a proliferation of hate rhetoric and anti-immigrant sentiment.

World - The New York Times - November 1

Trump, Harris head to Milwaukee for Friday events

Former President Trump and Vice President Harris are headed to Milwaukee on Friday as their presidential campaigns draw to a close. Both Trump and Harris are holding rallies in Wisconsin, a key ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

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