DAILY-BRIEFING: HOLIDAY RETAIL SALES
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Holiday Sales Dip Amid Value Hunt.

US holiday spending falls 10% to $1,595 per shopper versus 2024, with online hitting record $253B up 5.3%; Gen Z fuels omnichannel shifts as consumers chase deals in uncertain economy.

by NEWSROOMPublished December 30, 2025Last updated October 25, 2026
Holiday Sales Dip Amid Value Hunt.

US holiday retail sales face headwinds from economic pessimism, with planned spending down 10% year-over-year, yet online channels surge to a record while value-seeking behaviors dominate consumer choices across demographics. At a glance: Shoppers plan to spend an average of $1,595 this holiday season, marking a 10% decline from 2024 amid expectations of higher prices and a weakening economy. Online sales project a robust $253.4 billion from November 1 to December 31, rising 5.3% year-over-year and underscoring digital resilience. Cautious consumers prioritize promotions, with 82% targeting B

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