Despite coronavirus, Indian traders stock up in hopes of festive cheer
India's biggest shopping season is at the time of the festivals of Durga Puja and Diwali.
Thu Oct 22 2020
Facebook to sell portable headset for virtual reality
Zuckerberg said the "Oculus Go" device would cost $199 and ship early next year, too late for this year's holiday shopping season but likely ahead of rivals.
Thu Oct 12 2017
Apple expected to polish lineup with new iPhone
Apple on Wednesday is expected to introduce a new iPhone and perhaps a second-generation smartwatch as it polishes its lineup of devices to shine during the year-end shopping season.
Wed Sep 07 2016
Black Friday deals enticed 151 million shoppers
The National Retail Federation found that 51.7 percent of consumers, or 151 million people, shopped online or in stores this holiday weekend and spent an average of $299.60 each.
Mon Nov 30 2015
Amazon poised to win big as India launches annual festive shopping spree
Amazon.com Inc could emerge as the biggest winner from one of India's most important festive and shopping seasons, after the e-tailer offered steep discounts and swift delivery.
Sun Oct 18 2015
Toys R Us lowers free shipping limit for online orders
U.S. retailer Toys R Us said on Wednesday it has lowered its free shipping minimum for online orders, as retailers continue to outdo each other with delivery deals before the holiday shopping season.
Thu Sep 10 2015
Mobile shopping is on the rise but desktops still rule sales
Shoppers spent more time browsing and purchasing gifts on their smartphones and tablets during the recent holiday shopping season but still relied on desktop computers for most of their shopping.
Tue Jan 06 2015
US shoppers go in for the kill on 'Black Friday'
The four-day Thanksgiving weekend is the kickoff to the US holiday shopping season, and Black Friday has long been considered the critical day that turns retailers' books from red to black.
Fri Nov 28 2014