From striped bows to food-themed ornaments to monochrome details, decorating trends this holiday season are all about bold choices, according to an article from House Beautiful. Many consumers are also expected to go big this holiday season with supersized decorations …
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With economic uncertainties still looming, Ace Hardware is working to capture market share for holiday spending with its curated gift guides stocked with must-have brands and hot deals. “For generations, neighbors have trusted Ace to make their holidays brighter,” says …
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A new survey published by the National Retail Federation details the most popular gift categories consumers plan to purchase this season. Nearly 184 million people are expected to shop this Thanksgiving weekend. “The holiday season is in full swing, and …
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The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) union, which represents 45,000 workers at major container ports, and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) are currently in negotiations as the union’s contract expires September 30. In a report from Reuters, the groups have …
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A tradition that started just two years ago has set another record. Brownsboro Hardware & Paint, which has two locations in Louisville, Kentucky, started supporting the Wreaths Across America program in 2021. In 2023, over 8,700 wreaths were placed on …
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Retail holiday spending during the 2023 holiday season rose just over 3% year over year, according to data from Mastercard SpendingPulse. “This holiday season, the consumer showed up, spending in a deliberate manner,” says Michelle Meyer, chief economist at the …
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With a background in theater, James Ralston brings his flair for entertaining to Clarks Ace Hardware, where for most of the year, he works as a cashier. But from Thanksgiving to New Year’s, he transforms into Santa Claus and spreads …
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Finding the perfect Christmas gift can be tough. National rural lifestyle retailer Tractor Supply Co. recently announced it is launching “Dad Squad,” a new service to help consumers find the perfect gift for the hardest shoppers this holiday season. The purpose …
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