January 25, 2023 by MMR
National Retail Federation, NRF, Valentine’s Day
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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
January 23, 2023 by MMR
Dove, Ethel M Chocolates, M&M'S, Mars, Valentine’s Day
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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
January 31, 2022 by MMR
National Retail Federation, NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay, Prosper Insights & Analytics, Valentine’s Day
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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
January 28, 2021 by MMR
Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese, Kraft Heinz Foods Co., Kraft Mac & Cheese, Valentine’s Day
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CHICAGO — Kraft Mac & Cheese is inviting consumers to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a limited-edition Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese kit that includes a candy flavor packet to turn the mac and cheese pink while adding a hint of sweet candy flavor. The special Valentine’s Day Mac & Cheese will be sent to 1,000
January 28, 2021 by MMR
National Retail Federation, spending, Valentine’s Day
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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,”
February 3, 2020 by MMR
National Retail Federation, NRF, retail spending, Valentine’s Day
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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
February 2, 2017 by MMR
National Retail Federation, NRF, Valentine’s Day
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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
December 28, 2016 by MMR
Hallmark Cards, Hallmark Signature, Hallmark’s 2017 collection, Valentine’s Day
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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