Planning for the holidays with greater precision
Tis the season to be cheerful... and cautious
Three consumer trends for the season
Ringing in the season with restraint
34%
of consumers started shopping earlier to spread out the cost of the holidays.
42%
of consumers are shopping as and when promotions and discounts are offered.
44%
of consumers are shopping earlier to ensure they get what they need in time for the holidays.
It’s better to give than to receive
31%
of consumers are aware of those less fortunate and want to be charitable as a result.
27%
of consumers plan to donate more than they did last year.
31%
of consumers plan to make non-cash gifts like donating products to a food bank or toys to a charity campaign.
Wishing for an amazing in-store experience
68%
of consumers say that special services can entice them to shop with one retailer over another.
87%
of consumers are pleased to see retailers making self-checkout available in stores.
20%
of consumers say retailers are doing more to bring them into the store to pick up items they have ordered.