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Sweaty palms and bargain bins: Why consumers are flocking to dollar stores

Inside Retail

Discount stores are booming in post-Covid Europe as price-sensitive consumers seek out bargains amid inflation and the devastating impacts of the pandemic. Meanwhile in the US, discount store chain Dollar General pulled in approximately $33.75 In June, Pepco reported first-half underlying earnings of €324 million, up 16.8

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Independence Day Trends: What Consumers Purchased Fourth of July 2023

Wiser

In fact, a study done by NACS shows that two-fifths of consumers expected inflation or a potential economic slowdown to impact their 2023 Independence Day plans, and three-quarters were actively looking for ways to save money. Wiser’s mystery shoppers paid particularly close attention to in-store stock levels, displays, and promotions.

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NRF: Easter spending to reach $24 billion

Mass Relators

WASHINGTON – Consumers plan to spend a collective $24 billion on Easter this year, up from $20.8 As consumers plan to mark the occasion through a variety of traditions, retailers are dedicated to making this year a memorable holiday.” As in previous years, most consumers (54%) say they will buy Easter gifts from discount stores.

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NRF: Consumers budgeting $875 for holidays

Mass Relators

Survey respondents said they were planning to spend about $620 on gifts. Shopping destination trends continue with 58% of consumers planning to shop online this holiday season. That is followed by department stores (49%), discount stores (48%), and grocery stores and supermarkets (44%). percentage points.

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Meet the new online outlet mall targeting Gen Z and millennial consumers

Inside Retail

TheDOM.com (DOM stands for Digital Off-Price Mall) will offer discounted designer fashion, streetwear and activewear from more than 90 leading Australian and international brands when it goes live in the second half of June, and there are plans to expand into additional categories, such as homewares, electronics and travel, in the future. “We

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How Kmart, The Party People are cashing in on Halloween

Inside Retail

It’s going to be happy hauntings for retailers, as one in four Australians plan to celebrate Halloween this year. According to ARA CEO Paul Zahra, Halloween has grown in Australia on the back of the ongoing globalisation of retail and retail promotions. Parents, adults and teens getting into the spooky season.

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[Infographic] Brick-and-Mortar Retailers (Plus Chocolate) Drive Sales on Valentine’s Day

Wiser

Instead, 45 percent plan a date night and 24 percent spend the romantic night at home. Discount Stores Beat Big-Box Stores. The answer was discount stores, such as 5 Below, dollar stores, and others, as 53 percent said they buy here for this holiday. Shoppers Love to See Before Buying.