And more consumers are using AI to help with their holiday shopping.
The frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales now lasts for weeks, and the constant deals are making the dates less meaningful for shoppers.
Online shopping financed with buy now pay later services hit $940 million on Cyber Monday, an all-time high.
Instead of marking down items to clear inventory, retailers are using discounts to draw customers away from competitors.
Millennials are opting for plans that allow them to spread payments without accruing debt or interest.
Consumers appear to be spreading their holiday spending across more days, heeding advice to get their orders in early.
80 percent of Americans are expected to use their phones to shop this holiday season.
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As holiday sales expand, discounts are less important than the ritual of shopping. One winner: Cyber Monday.
Retailers are using what they learn online to sell you stuff in the store.
