Candy cane shortage fueled by COVID, weak peppermint harvest
Weakness in peppermint crops and COVID-caused logistical issues have created a problem for Big Candy.
Holiday shopping: Why surging inflation, supply chain issues and a pandemic aren't deterring consumers
U.S. consumers are trying to make up for the 2020 holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation.
'World's most expensive' ugly Christmas sweater selling for nearly $40K
Aidan Liban, 33, from London, is selling a Christmas sweater made from silk, gold thread, diamonds and Swarovski crystals for about $39,654 (£30,000).
UPS says pandemic will not impact shipping times as Christmas deadlines approach
During the holidays, according to UPS, upwards of 800,000 items are processed at the Lonestar facility. That’s double the amount it would see on a normal day.
Best cities for Christmas based on affordability, activities: report
WalletHub published a report on Wednesday on the best cities for Christmas, based on five categories: traditions & fun, observance, generosity, shopping and costs.
Retail sales pull back with modest increase as inflation hits consumer spending
Retail sales for the start of the holiday season saw a weaker than expected increase of 0.3% in November, according to the Commerce Department, missing the 0.8% estimate expected by economists surveyed by Refinitiv and well below October's revised 1.8% increase.
Philadelphia Cream Cheese to pay $20 to replace Christmas cheesecake
With cream cheese shortages and supply chain disruptions at an all-time high, The Kraft Heinz Company has come up with a campaign that encourages shoppers to ditch cheesecake and its Philadelphia Cream Cheese brand in favor of another holiday dessert.
TSA projects two busiest travel days during the Christmas holiday, issue warnings
TSA is asking passengers to be cautious of the busiest holiday travel days and to arrive at the airport early.
Gas prices drop for fifth consecutive week amid holiday travel season, remain above $3 a gallon
Prices tumbled 2.4 cents from a week ago, pushing the average to $3.32 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data, which is compiled from reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country.
Green Monday: Don't miss the final big sales before Christmas
The second Monday of December is a busy day for people rushing to buy last-minute presents
Some Americans skip buying Christmas presents to afford health care, survey finds
Consumers have skipped spending money on food, travel and even holiday gifts due to health care costs, according to a survey from HealthCareInsider.
Labor shortage puts catering companies in a bind during holiday season: 'Where is this going to end?'
The labor shortage is putting many catering companies in a bind this holiday season
Here's how to fly with gifts this holiday season
The agency recommends that travelers use gift bags or boxes, so it's easier to unpack in the event that it triggers an alarm at the checkpoint.
Amazon's most-loved holiday gift ideas for 2021 revealed
Your search for holiday gift ideas ends here. Keep reading to browse some of Amazon's most-loved gifts of 2021, and learn about consolidating holiday debt when the gift-giving season is over.
Southwest Airlines extends gift of travel with new and returning routes
Southwest Airlines is extending its bookable flight schedule to summer 2022 just in time for the holiday season.
Miller Lite introduces Beernaments in time for Christmas
The ornaments will be available online while supplies last.
Holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much, according to survey
Creditcards.com released a new survey revealing how much Americans are tipping service workers this holiday season.
The most popular holiday movies set in each state
The list, based on a survey by Fandango streaming service VUDU, features a wide range of genres set around the Christmas holiday, from romantic comedies to kid flicks to action-adventures and Hallmark and Lifetime titles.
Pricey Chanel Advent calendar ripped on TikTok: 'I'm done'
Chanel's $825 Advent calendar has stirred some serious drama on social media.
Buy now, pay later is the new layaway: What are the pros and cons?
When Walmart announced it was ending its layaway program for the majority of its store categories in favor of a buy now, pay later format, social media users expressed their confusion and sadness with nostalgic tweets. Retail experts and financial lending providers aren’t surprised by the shift.



















