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While retailers hope to go big this holiday season, customers may notice that the catalogs arriving in their mailboxes are smaller. Many of the millions of catalogs getting sent to U.S. homes were scaled down to save on postage and paper. Some gift purveyors are sending out postcards. In a sign of the times, the American Catalog Mailers Association rebranded...

By measuring purchases by how much you will use them, you can make sure you get the most bang for your buck.

It’s tempting to hibernate after loading up on an indulgent Thanksgiving feast, but you’ve got places to go and deals to scoop up on Black Friday.

Consumers are hardwired to think more of short-term gratification than long-term goals.

More shoppers are using ‘buy now, pay later’ plans heading into Black Friday and the holiday season, as the ability to spread out payments looks attractive at a time when Americans still feel the lingering effect of inflation and already have record-high credit card debt. Experts say the short-term loans can lead consumers to overextend themselves and warn that those...

Here’s a list of what stores will be open and closed on Nov. 28, 2024.

Black Friday is almost here — and if you’re struggling to keep up with all the deals already, AI might be able to help. Thirty-eight percent of consumers say they have already used generative AI in their shopping journey or are planning to use it to shop during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, according to a new survey by Boston...

Neiman Marcus has released the 2024 Fantasy Gifts. With price points between $1.9 million and $20,000.

Americans tend to overspend during the holiday shopping season and this year will be no different, experts say.

If you’re looking to stock up on essentials for your home, this week might be the perfect time to shop. Major retailers are offering discounts on everyday items before the holiday rush really kicks in. Whether you need to replace a few household items or you’re just looking for a good deal, this week could be a great opportunity...

Consumers can make the most out of weekly online deals by doing some research early in the week, but that’s not when the best day is.

We’re barely into apple-picking season, but you may want to start thinking about your holiday shopping budget now. Planning early can help you tackle the holiday season head on and stay out of debt. Nearly half of all holiday shoppers plan to start shopping by Halloween, according to a new survey by Bankrate. Nora Yousif is a financial advisor...

“Underconsumption core” is a new trend that’s all about embracing simplicity and minimalism — but with a twist. The trend is resonating most with Gen Z and Millennials, who are becoming increasingly aware of the environmental impact of overconsumption.

Online shopping discounts reach their peak on Fridays, a recent report found. Here’s how to make the most of the deals while avoiding the pitfalls of “spaving.”

This week marks the 10-year anniversary of the culmination of weeks of regional protests by Market Basket workers and customers alike.

Whether it’s a soiree or a great stay, Derek Zagami shows us how to elevate our gift-giving game with a visit to Osterville’s Fete Among the Flowers. Owner Marc Sievers says to skip the bottle of wine and curate a thoughtful gift that will make a lasting impression. Don’t you want to be invited again?!...

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Macy’s namesake stores have long served as an anchor for malls across the country, and its plans to close them will lead to widespread change.

The July shopping frenzy is about to begin. Amazon Prime Day sales kick off Tuesday, July 16. Last year, Amazon said the first day of Prime Day was the single largest sales day in its history. With other stores offering competing sales ahead of the retail industry’s critical back-to-school season, a lot of people will be getting in on the…

The warehouse chain’s fuel is so popular that it represented 13% of Costco’s net sales in 2023.