by Mike Duff | Sep 17, 2026 | Retail Articles
World Market is building off the company’s position as a merchant of international goods as it approaches the holidays, showcasing goods for such occasions as Dia de Muertos and Diwali to go with programs for such traditional U.S. celebrations as Christmas and...
by Mike Duff | Dec 15, 2025 | Retail Articles
Most U.S. consumers plan to celebrate Christmas this year, with holiday spending expectations largely steady, though a sizable share expect to pull back, according to Numerator’s 2025 Q4 Holiday Preview study. As the holiday approaches, 54% of polled consumers said...
by Mike Duff | Sep 30, 2025 | Retail Articles
Target is merging holiday moments with pop culture, teaming up with Netflix on a cross-category “Stranger Things” initiative tied to the show’s final season, spanning housewares, home décor, apparel, collectibles and toys. The spooky Netflix sci-fi thriller might seem...
by Mike Duff | Sep 23, 2025 | Retail Articles
In its autumn sales blitz, Walmart plans to offer shoppers bargains in-store, online and through its app from October 7-12, including seasonal decor and products for the home. Walmart Deals offers consumers a week to save on tens of thousands of items, the company...
by Mike Duff | Dec 17, 2024 | Retail Articles
Market research company Numerator reported 80% of Christmas celebrators plan to purchase gifts, with gift cards topping the list of most likely gift purchases and home goods coming in fourth. Key results of Numerator survey: 57% of shoppers said they would spend the...
