Justine Griffin/Sarasota Herald-Tribune—Economic uncertainty surrounding the government shutdown has been pushing American consumers to take a conservative approach to spending this holiday season. The National Retail Federation predicts that the average shopper will spend $737.95 on gifts, holiday-themed decor, greeting cards and more this year, down from the $752.24 average shoppers spent in 2012. The […]
Halloween shopping
Government shutdown affecting shopping patterns
Justine Griffin/Sarasota Herald-Tribune—Economic uncertainty surrounding the government shutdown is pushing American consumes to take a conservative approach to spending this holiday season. The National Retail Federation predicts that the average shopper will spend $737.95 on gifts, holiday-themed decor, greeting cards and more this year, which is two percent less than the $752.24 average shoppers spent […]