Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag U.S. holiday shopping in 2025 is slowing due to economic worries, with lower spending and increased discount hunting.

flag U.S. holiday shopping in 2025 is expected to be subdued, with consumers spending less due to economic uncertainty, inflation, and trade policy concerns. flag Adobe Analytics projects a 5.3% rise in online sales to $253.4 billion, down from last year’s 8.7% growth, while total holiday spending is forecast to grow 4%, below the 10-year average. flag The average shopper plans to spend $1,552, a 5% drop from last year, with Gen Z cutting spending by 23%. flag Consumers are prioritizing essentials, seeking deep discounts, and using mobile devices for 56.1% of online purchases. flag AI-powered shopping tools are seeing a 520% surge in traffic. flag Despite a slight increase in e-commerce, in-store sales growth is slowing, and overall retail performance varies, with some retailers raising outlooks while others cut them.

3 Articles