Concerns over inflation have crept into the holiday season as shoppers and retailers prepare for the discounted shopping weekend that begins with Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving.
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More than 60% of shoppers say the economy is affecting their holiday plans. Many say they'll be more selective in their purchases, going for cheaper goods and less expensive stores.
Shoppers returned to familiar holiday shopping patterns to bag a bargain this Black Friday after two seasons marked by pandemic worries and supply issues.