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Mother's Day Shoppers Scale Back

By Laura Palotie | May 8, 2008

The economic downturn has retailers anticipating weaker spending this year. Read story

U.S. Consumers Far from Being Spooked This Halloween

By Matt Finkelstein | Oct 1, 2007

Total spending on costume, candy, and decorations is expected to top $5 billion. Read story

Retailers Brace for Cyber Monday Surge

By Angus Loten | Nov 19, 2007

More than 60 percent of shoppers say they expect to buy more holiday gifts online this year. Read story