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NRF Survey foresees solid Valentine’s Day sales

NRF Survey foresees solid Valentine’s Day sales

WASHINGTON – Americans are expected to spend a record $14.2 billion on their significant others this Valentine’s Day, according to the annual survey by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Retailers are ready to help customers this Valentine’s Day with meaningful and memorable gifts,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “With

NRF: Consumers to spend more for Valentine’s Day

NRF: Consumers to spend more for Valentine’s Day

WASHINGTON – Consumers are expected to spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day this year, up from $23.9 billion in 2022 and one of the highest spending years on record, according to the annual survey released Wednesday by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Valentine’s Day is a special occasion to shop for

Mars unveils Valentine’s Day offerings

Mars unveils Valentine’s Day offerings

NEWARK, N.J. — Mars has unveiled a variety of new limited-edition offerings from M&M’S, DOVE and Ethel M Chocolates, as well as personalized options on MMS.com, to help consumers choose gifts for Valentine’s Day. “While Valentine’s Day has historically been tied to couples, shopper data reveals an evolution in consumers’ patterns around Valentine’s Day,” said

Valentine’s Day spending to hit $23.9 billion

Valentine’s Day spending to hit $23.9 billion

WASHINGTON  – Valentine’s Day spending is expected to reach $23.9 billion this year, up from $21.8 billion in 2021 and the second-highest year on record, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Following the historic level of consumer spending over the winter holidays, it appears

Valentine’s Day spending to total $21.8 billion

Valentine’s Day spending to total $21.8 billion

WASHINGTON – Just over half (52%) of U.S. adults plan to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, spending a total of $21.8 billion, according to the annual survey released Thursday by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “There is no question the pandemic has disrupted many aspects of Americans’ daily interactions and activities,”

NRF projects strong Valentine’s Day sales

NRF projects strong Valentine’s Day sales

WASHINGTON – Americans are expected to set another record for Valentine’s Day spending this year,  according to a survey from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Valentine’s Day is a sentimental tradition, but gift-giving can be driven by the economy,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “Consumers spent freely during the

NRF: Valentine’s Day spending to slip

NRF: Valentine’s Day spending to slip

WASHINGTON — Consumer spending on Valentine’s Day is expected to slip this year after a decade of annual increases, according to the National Retail Federation. U.S. consumers are expected to spend an average of $136.57 on the holiday this year, according to the annual survey released by the NRF and Prosper Insights & Analytics. That

Hallmark celebrates Valentine’s Day with innovative offerings

Hallmark celebrates Valentine’s Day with innovative offerings

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hallmark Cards is celebrating this Valentine’s Day with a focus on craftsmanship and industry-leading innovation. Hallmark’s 2017 collection delivers a range of all-new greeting cards, from intricately designed Hallmark Signature cards to innovative Light Pipe cards, with new technology and synchronized animation, the company said. “Our shoppers are always looking for something