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Record Number of Shoppers Expected Before Christmas

Record Number of Shoppers Expected Before Christmas

by Jacob Musselman | Dec 15, 2025 | Industry News

Around 158.9 million consumers plan to shop on the last Saturday before Christmas, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The number is up from 157.2 million shoppers in 2024, and surpasses the...
Increase in Mother’s Day Spending Expected This Year

Increase in Mother’s Day Spending Expected This Year

by Lindsey Thompson | Apr 25, 2022 | Industry News, Operational Insights

The National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics conducted a consumer survey that found 84 percent of Americans plan to celebrate Mother’s Day this year. Spending on Mother’s Day is expected to top $31.7 billion, up $3.6 billion from 2021. ...
3 Tips to Keep Your Customers Safe This Holiday Season

3 Tips to Keep Your Customers Safe This Holiday Season

by Lindsey Thompson | Nov 16, 2021 | Operational Insights

From falling off ladders to trees catching fire, our favorite holiday movies jokingly depict the perils of holiday decorating. In real life, the dangers are substantial. Make sure your customers stay safe this year by sharing safety tips when selling different holiday...
3 Ways to Combat Supply Chain Woes This Holiday Season

3 Ways to Combat Supply Chain Woes This Holiday Season

by Lindsey Thompson | Oct 12, 2021 | Industry News, Operational Insights, Trends & Products

No industry is immune to the supply chain woes gripping the retail world. While consumers are well aware of the issues, they are still looking for answers and relying on their favorite retailers to still provide the products they need. A recent study from Oracle found...

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