Here are the deadlines for mailing your holiday gifts to ensure they arrive on time
Mail carriers and shipping companies will be closed on Christmas Day.
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More deals, more spending: What Black Friday has in store
This holiday shopping season is poised to break spending records. A new survey finds people plan to spend $771 on average.
Why are sales so hard to resist? Let's unravel this Black Friday mystery
The human brain has to really fight the lure of a discount. Companies know this and use many tricks to push our buttons. But there's a way to outsmart them.
Roll your eyes, but Black Friday's still got it. So here's what to look for
Americans say Black Friday is overhyped, but nearly 1 in 5 still plan to do most of their shopping then. This holiday season is expected to break shopping records.
Skip the shopping frenzy with these 4 Black Friday alternatives
From hiking local trails to studying black holes, some Americans are finding creative ways to mark the country's busiest shopping day without spending a dime.
In a year marked by inflation, 'buy now, pay later' is the hottest holiday trend
People are paying for blenders, shirts and even groceries in installments. New research suggests this encourages people to overspend.
Retail spending dips as holiday sales bite into inflation
Retail sales declined 0.6% in November compared to October, the biggest decline in almost a year. For once, declining prices seem to be part of the story.
Terrible at buying Christmas presents? Peep our guide for clever gift ideas
Not everyone has a knack for gift giving — and that's OK! Our experts share tips on what to get for 5 personality types, ranging from the practical to the sentimental to the hard to shop for.
Here's how inflation is changing holiday deals and shopping
Shoppers are expected to spend a record amount of money this year because nearly everything is more expensive. There are some relative bargains, if you know where to look.
How stores ended up with too many (wrong) clothes
Remember when we couldn't get enough athleisure? Or pajamas? Now, the hottest question for clothing retailers is whether they've got an "inventory glut." For shoppers, this means discounts.