Holiday Shopping Season news and trends

Walmart Expands US and Canada Marketplace for Indian Exporters

October 05, 2022
Global Economic Uncertainty May Affect Final Lap Of US Holiday Shopping Season
Retail // December 19, 2018

Even though it’s off to a strong start, troubles in Europe and a global consumer slowdown could adversely affect the final stretch of the holiday shopping season, according to a report by Reuters. The last shopping Saturday before Christmas is called Super Saturday, and it’s...

Visa: ‘Time As The New Coupon’ Will Drive Retail In 2019
VISA // December 18, 2018

It’s easy to get swept up in the retail apocalypse narrative. With historic retailers like Toys R Us and Sears shutting their doors after more than 100 years in business, and reports of “sad Santas” in empty malls, it’s hard to not take a rather dim...

First Data: Bricks Held Their Own Against The Clicks On Black Friday
Retail // December 04, 2018

Tough to beat was 2017's Black Friday shopping season, but beaten it was as U.S. consumers remained strong. A new report from First Data shows 20 percent growth rates in several categories, while sporting goods lagged. Glenn Fodor, SVP of First Data Insights, delves into the...

Apple Debuts Dedicated Store For Military And Vets
Apple // December 03, 2018

Apple announced on Monday (Dec. 3) that it will open a new online store dedicated to veterans and active military personnel, according to a report. The store will offer eligible military customers a 10 percent discount on Apple products, including in-demand items like iPhones, accessories and...

Interviews & Exclusives
Visa: ‘Time As The New Coupon’ Will Drive Retail In 2019

December 18, 2018
It’s easy to get swept up in the retail apocalypse narrative. With historic retailers like Toys R Us and Sears shutting their doors after more than 100 years in business, and reports of “sad Santas” in empty malls, it’s hard to not take a rather dim view of physical retail’s prospects at present. However, that glass-half-full […]

First Data: Bricks Held Their Own Against The Clicks On Black Friday

December 04, 2018
Tough to beat was 2017's Black Friday shopping season, but beaten it was as U.S. consumers remained strong. A new report from First Data shows 20 percent growth rates in...

New Black Friday Data: Shoppers Spent Big (Or Stayed Home)

November 30, 2018
The dust has settled from Black Friday, from the door-busting deals and bursting inboxes of coupons to the parking lots full of cars. The numbers are in, and what we...

Affirm Launches New Features To Help Consumers Spend Responsibly

November 13, 2018
“The more I looked at retailer-sponsored finance, the more I realized people routinely end up paying atrociously more than they bargained for … This is not only morally outrageous, but...

Quick Reads
Walmart Expands US and Canada Marketplace for Indian Exporters

October 05, 2022
Walmart is looking to make it easier for Indian companies to leverage its Walmart Marketplace to bring more products to shoppers ahead of the yearly holiday shopping season with a “Global Seller Summit” in Delhi recently, a company press release said. The summit was held on Sept. 27. Walmart has been welcoming sellers from India […]

Global Economic Uncertainty May Affect Final Lap Of US Holiday Shopping Season

December 19, 2018
Even though it’s off to a strong start, troubles in Europe and a global consumer slowdown could adversely affect the final stretch of the holiday shopping season, according to a...

Apple Debuts Dedicated Store For Military And Vets

December 03, 2018
Apple announced on Monday (Dec. 3) that it will open a new online store dedicated to veterans and active military personnel, according to a report. The store will offer eligible...

Black Friday Online Spending Jumped 24 Pct From 2017

November 26, 2018
Black Friday sales soared this weekend, with more Americans choosing to skip the crowds and do the majority of their holiday shopping online. Reuters reported that online sales rose more than...