Christmas and holiday season

Givex survey reveals that restaurants take the top spot as Canadians’ gift of choice this holiday season

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Tuesday, November 26, 2019
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A new survey of more than 2,000 Canadians, carried out by Givex, the cloud-based customer engagement solution that recently acquired Giftcertificates.ca, reveals Canadians spending habits and holiday shopping preferences this holiday season.

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  • A new survey of more than 2,000 Canadians, carried out by Givex, the cloud-based customer engagement solution that recently acquired Giftcertificates.ca, reveals Canadians spending habits and holiday shopping preferences this holiday season.
  • Thats why picking out a gift card often hits the perfect balance of getting something thoughtful and something useful, said Brittain Brown, President of Givex.
  • While most shoppers are still opting for in-store gift card purchases, weve seen a growing trend of online gift card purchases from both individuals and offices looking to give the gift of choice this holiday season.
  • Gift card purchases remain one of the most popular gift options for Canadians during the holidays due to their broad appeal.

New 1010data Flash Report Series Examines Current and Historical Seasonal Spend Patterns

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Monday, November 25, 2019
Technology, Department Stores, Finance, Other Retail, Professional services, Software, Retail, Data management, Online Retail, Marketing, Merchandising, Retailing, Calendars, Christmas economics, Buzzword, Black Friday, Thanksgiving, Walmart, Retail, Christmas and holiday season, Online shopping

Todays report on Black Friday and Thanksgiving sales will examine:

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  • Todays report on Black Friday and Thanksgiving sales will examine:
    The Clash of the Two Retail Giants: How Walmarts share of spend compares to Amazons, and overall market share of both.
  • Enter the Third Giant: Targets hourly traffic on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday, and how this translates to sales.
  • Online vs. In-Store: How much spend at top retailers has shifted to online, and how this has changed historically.
  • Uncovering these behavioral signals and patterns can help retailers optimize the consumer path to purchase for the upcoming holiday season.

FTI Consulting Projects U.S. Holiday Retail Sales to Grow 5.2 Percent

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Monday, November 25, 2019
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today released its 2019 U.S. Holiday Retail Forecast , which projects 5.2 percent growth in discretionary holiday spending and more promising prospects for retailers compared to the 2018 holiday season.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today released its 2019 U.S. Holiday Retail Forecast , which projects 5.2 percent growth in discretionary holiday spending and more promising prospects for retailers compared to the 2018 holiday season.
  • FTI Consultings Holiday Retail Forecast highlights that the online channel now commands nearly a 16 percent share of total retail sales and will continue to gain just over one percentage point of market share annually, or about $69 billion in retail sales that will move from store-based purchases to the online channel in 2019.
  • FTI Consulting projects $185 billion of online retail sales in the fourth quarter of 2019, an increase of 15 percent year-over-year from the fourth quarter of 2018.
  • FTI Consulting, Inc. 555 12th Street NW Washington, DC 20004 +1.202.312.9100 Investor Contact: Mollie Hawkes +1.617.747.1791 [email protected] Media Contact: Matthew Bashalany +1.617.897.1545 [email protected]

Reolink Offers Up to 30% Off Security Cameras and Systems on Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sale, Kicking Off Holiday Shopping Frenzy

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Friday, November 22, 2019
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HONG KONG, Nov. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Reolink todayunwrapsits BlackFriday &Cyber Mondaydeals - upto 30% off on top-notch smart cameras and systems - giving customers a head start on holiday shopping season.

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  • HONG KONG, Nov. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Reolink todayunwrapsits BlackFriday &Cyber Mondaydeals - upto 30% off on top-notch smart cameras and systems - giving customers a head start on holiday shopping season.
  • "We hope to deliver a happy and worry-free holiday season for customers."
  • From families, friends to colleagues and more, Reolink has a wide range of home gifts well-suited for everyone, with an up to 30% off discount.
  • For Business Owners: the revolutionary 4K eight-channel PoE security camera system RLK8-800B4 (up to 35% off) provides all-round and unparalleled protection.

It's Christmas. Keep it Real.

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Friday, November 22, 2019
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From the West to the East, it's clear that families around the country cherish the experience and the lasting memories that a real Christmas tree can inspire.

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  • From the West to the East, it's clear that families around the country cherish the experience and the lasting memories that a real Christmas tree can inspire.
  • But when it comes to tree size and shape, tree shopping destinations and even decorating, regional preferences are clear.
  • Now through December 25th, the Christmas Tree Promotion Board and RedTricycle.com invite consumers everywhere to share photos of their real Christmas tree memory-making experiences for a chance to win cash prizes.
  • In addition, Christmas tree farmers plant at least one new tree for every real Christmas tree they harvest.

Black Friday Survey: More than a Third of Teens Plan to Hit the Malls this Holiday Shopping Season

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Merchandising, Marketing, Retailing, Market economics), Consumer behaviour, Shopping, Retail, Christmas and holiday season, Online shopping, Walmart

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Traditional retailers may be getting a holiday gift from America's teenagers this shopping season.

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  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Traditional retailers may be getting a holiday gift from America's teenagers this shopping season.
  • A new survey from Junior Achievement USA (JA) shows that more than a third of teens (35%) plan to make some of their holiday purchases at shopping malls this year.
  • Additionally, a majority of teens (52%) plan to do much of their shopping at brick-and-mortar discount stores like Walmart and Target this holiday season, the same percentage (52%) said that they would be doing much of their shopping online.
  • "This provides an opportunity for teens to begin learning how to work within a budget and make financially informed decisions.

Americans Admit They Need a Break From Family After Less Than Four Hours This Holiday Season

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Christmas, Christmas and holiday season, Seasons

Today, the economy lodging brand that lets you "save more for what you travel for" released its second annual holiday travel survey, revealing that while Americans prioritize family get-togethers over the holidays, it takes less than four hours before they need a break from their extended family.

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  • Today, the economy lodging brand that lets you "save more for what you travel for" released its second annual holiday travel survey, revealing that while Americans prioritize family get-togethers over the holidays, it takes less than four hours before they need a break from their extended family.
  • Ninety-five percent of respondents believe it's important to spend the holidays with family, but two in five of those planning to stay with family admit that it can be a stressful experience.
  • That could be because there is not enough space for everyone: Americans report an average of two people will end up sleeping on something other than a bed this holiday season.
  • When hosting family, nearly 40 percent say organizing sleeping arrangements is one of the most stressful parts of preparing for guests.

FedEx Expects Record Volume Cyber Monday

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
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FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) expects to kick off the peak holiday shipping season with record package volume on Cyber Monday, Dec. 2, moving more than 33 million packages through our global network on that day alone.

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  • FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) expects to kick off the peak holiday shipping season with record package volume on Cyber Monday, Dec. 2, moving more than 33 million packages through our global network on that day alone.
  • The company also expects to more than double its average daily package volume on the two Mondays that follow.
  • Though this holiday season is four days shorter than last season, the company expects operational intensity to remain the same.
  • FedEx has expanded its retail network and extended FedEx Office store operating hours to offer consumers more convenience in dropping off their returns.

Lack of Confidence Continues to Weigh on Car Shoppers

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
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PLANO, Texas, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --With the holiday season approaching, car shoppers are gearing up for the last great deals of the year.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Nov. 21, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --With the holiday season approaching, car shoppers are gearing up for the last great deals of the year.
  • However, the latest Capital One Auto Navigatorsurvey reveals only 26 percent of respondents feel very confident when shopping for a car.
  • "We found that 88 percent of consumers surveyed understand what it means to pre-qualify for financing, but only half are willing to try it.
  • Seventy five percent of respondents put budget in their top three elements to consider when buying a car.

Holiday Shopping Takes a Hit, But Reliance on Credit Purchases Remains Strong, TD Survey Reveals

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Thursday, November 21, 2019
Finance, Money, Economy, Credit cards, Payment systems, Bankcard, Banking in Australia, Christmas and holiday season, Shopping, Shoppers Drug Mart

But as shoppers flock to the stores, apps and online to make holiday purchases, the majority will be relying on credit cards as their currency of choice.

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  • But as shoppers flock to the stores, apps and online to make holiday purchases, the majority will be relying on credit cards as their currency of choice.
  • TD Bank surveyed nearly 1,000 consumers to find out how they're shopping for this holiday season and how they plan to pay for gifts.
  • Last year 70% of respondents who financed their holiday spending, paid off their holiday debt within three months and 45% said they did so within just one month.
  • "The holiday shopping season is fun and exciting, but for many it's also stressful," said Mike Kinane, Head of U.S. Bankcard for TD Bank.