Nonprofit credit counseling organization encourages consumers to consider how seasonal spending could affect their finances in the new year
MANALAPAN, N.J., Oct. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Holiday retail sales are expected to exceed $1 trillion this year, but strong consumer spending does not necessarily mean household budgets are free from financial pressure.
The National Retail Federation forecasts that retail sales during November and December will grow 4.2% over 2025, reaching approximately $1.013 trillion. At the same time, the organization’s annual consumer survey found that 56% of holiday shoppers say the state of the economy will affect their spending plans.
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