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Retail analysts say consumers are dipping into savings
Steve Chiotakis Nov 15, 2011
NPD Group analyst Marshall Cohen says if debt deal isn't reached, consumers could pull back because of "distractions." But consumers will shop early -- and online.
The future of USPS, delivered by UPS
Nov 11, 2011
The CEO of UPS, Scott Davis, talks about the troubles of the U.S. Postal Service, and how it and the rest of economy is affecting the shipping business.
Economists say consumers will start spending
Matt Berger Nov 11, 2011
The Marketplace Daily Pulse is up today. The U.S. consumer - that beaten-down, bedraggled, hopeless character - seems to be getting a shot of opt...
Thursday is the new black
Jennifer Collins Nov 11, 2011
Walmart moved Black Friday up to Thursday night. Some dedicated shoppers must now choose between Thanksgiving dinner and bargain hunting.
Retailers introduce interactive 'shopping walls'
Stacey Vanek Smith Nov 10, 2011
Stores like Sears and Wal-Mart are debuting walls where shoppers can scan QR codes and make purchases with their phones.
The 10 Most Shopaholic Cities
Steve Chiotakis Nov 24, 2011
With signs consumer spending is making a bit of a rebound, the website called Bundle did a little analysis.
Which U.S. cities are the biggest fo...
Attention Walmart shoppers!
Jennifer Collins Nov 7, 2011
It's just the beginning of November, but Walmart and other retailers are already trying to get a head start on holiday season shopping with a big sale three weeks before Black Friday.
Mid-day Extra: One-stop holiday shopping
Nov 24, 2011
Banana Republic has teamed up with the California winery Clos du Bois to sell two limited edition bottles.
Crisis means less for traders and shoppers
Justin Rowlatt Nov 3, 2011
The U.K. isn't in the eurozone, but the effects of the euro crisis are hitting London's street markets, and the wallets of the people who shop there.
Mid-day Extra: Spending is unleashed on pets
Nov 24, 2011
In a time of belt-tightening, why are Americans spending more on their pets?
