Holiday Season

‘Fiscal Cliff’ Won’t Hurt Holiday Sales … This Year, Anyway

Sure, the White House is right that the threat of higher taxes will weigh on consumer confidence -- eventually. Right now, most people aren't thinking that far ahead. More 

Don’t Live or Die on Black Friday’s Totals

Lost amid Black Friday's slight sales decline was an overall stronger holiday weekend and the fact there's a whole lotta shopping left. More 

Apparel Retailers Expect Huge Holiday Growth

Black Friday kicked off what is expected to be a strong quarter for retailers this year -- especially big-name specialty apparel chains. More 

FedEx vs. UPS: Which Is the Better Package?

Each company has a strong holiday forecast but also is facing its share of challenges. So, which is the better buy? More 

INFOGRAPHIC: Black Friday Cheat Sheet

Overwhelmed by the tidal wave of Black Friday promotions, stores, giveaways and opening times? This infographic will help you stay organized amid the madness. More 

What’s in Store for Black Friday 2012

Quiet malls just days away from Black Friday are merely the calm before the storm -- mall retailers are gearing up for a frenzied retail rush. More 

Gold Slips on Middle East, Bernanke Remarks

Gold sank in Tuesday trading as investors digested Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke's remarks on the fiscal cliff and the prospect of a truce between Israel and Hamas. More