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flag Back-to-school spending rose 5.4% in Maine, but inflation and economic worries led consumers to cut holiday spending and choose cheaper options.

flag Maine’s back-to-school spending rose 5.4% in August, but growth lagged behind inflation. flag Retailers anticipate a subdued holiday season as consumers, especially lower-income households, cut back due to economic uncertainty, high prices, and job concerns. flag Surveys show plans to spend 1.3% less overall and 10% less on gifts, favoring cheaper brands, discount stores, or homemade options. flag While wealthier shoppers remain confident, many are scaling back gift quantities rather than abandoning traditions. flag Delayed federal economic data may clarify inflation and tariff impacts on consumer behavior.

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