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Holiday decor spending could help retailers
Zoom In IconArrows pointing outwardsThe Milam family turned its front lawn into a holiday-themed putt-putt course. Going all out on Christmas decorations has become a tradition for the Dallas family.Courtesy: Mike MilamFor the holiday…
Costco has the tools to show its expensive stock is still worth the premium
Costco , known for its in-store bargains, doesn't quite have a cheap stock. But its premium valuation — and place as a core holding in our investment portfolio — is more than warranted. We don't expect either fact to change in 2025.…
Here are steps you can take to avoid overspending next holiday season
Ezra Bailey | Stone | Getty ImagesOpening presents during the holidays is of course a lot of fun. But for many, opening those credit card statements will be just the opposite.Months before the holidays hit, consumers were already bracing…
Home Depot is Jim Cramer’s favorite housing-related stock for 2025
Home Depot navigated a challenging 2024 marked by elevated interest rates and a cautious consumer. But as the year progressed, signs of recovery emerged, setting the stage for a rebound in 2025, fueled by increased housing turnover and…
Off-price retailer TJX is set for another stellar year as a reliable
TJX Companies seamlessly became the leading retailer in its off-price category through its operational acumen and tenured inventory management expertise. TJX could also benefit in 2025 in the event of trade tariffs from the incoming…
Mall restaurants like Cheesecake Factory, Eataly help to draw shoppers
Editor's note: This is the third story in a three-part CNBC series about the future of U.S. shopping malls, as developers transform the spaces to add new retailers, experiences and even apartments. Read the first and second parts.Malls…
Nike has had a rocky year — here’s why a comeback will take time
Nike, the world's largest sportswear brand, is on a mission to regain its stride after a challenging year.Analysts say a yearslong series of strategic errors led to the company's worst trading day ever over the summer, during which…
Credit card debt set to hit record levels as consumer holiday spending
A woman shops at a Target store in Chicago on Nov. 26, 2024.Kamil Krzaczynski | AFP | Getty ImagesHeading into the holidays, many Americans were already saddled with record-breaking credit card debt. And yet, consumer spending is set to…
The busiest return season of the year is about to begin
After a strong start to the holiday season, consumer spending is on track to reach record levels this year. But many of those purchases will soon be returned.December's peak shopping days are closely followed by the busiest month for…
How e-commerce is disrupting traditional seasonal work in retail
The holiday buying season is here, but the familiar rush of shopping and seasonal jobs is taking on a new shape as online shopping continues to shift the work landscape. This year, retailers are expected to add 520,000 seasonal jobs, a…