The National Retail Federation and BIGresearch recently conducted a study of more than 4,000 consumers to learn more about their Black Friday shopping habits. The information below helps make sense of this day of pure shopping frenzy. (click image to enlarge)
Where and how we spend our income fluctuates as we move through our lives. Different obligations, such as school loans, home mortgages, and children, required various amounts of resources. Below, we take a look at just how much of our discretionary income changes over time. (click image to enlarge)
Small businesses are always looking for new ways to drive more foot traffic into their stores, but since they often have a limited marketing budget, they need to find other ways to make a positive impression. One of the ways businesses engage with potential shoppers is through their furry friends….
Today’s a big day for Milo.com. This morning at the Innovate Conference in San Francisco, we announced that we’ve opened our API to allow developers everywhere to harness the power of local commerce for their app or website. World class companies like eBay have already begun experimenting with our API, but now…
A 10-year survey by the National Retail Federation that shows more Americans will celebrate Halloween this year than at any other time in the past decade. (click image to enlarge)
From September to November, shoppers head to stores in droves to pick up their favorite electronics, sporting goods, and more. But not all businesses thrive this time of year. Below, we examine what retail sectors get the biggest fall boost and what sectors fall flat. (click image to enlarge)
How and how much consumers spend their money can change dramatically over the course of a year. Seasonal changes and the holidays all affect consumers’ grip on their wallets. Below we look at some consumer spending trends and reasons why consumers spend the way they do. (click image to enlarge)
College sports are all big business, but the leader of the athletic elite is most likely football. For those schools with the most successful and historic programs, college football can generate millions of dollars each year. The graphic below explores how much money the sport creates, where it comes from…
As summer winds through its last month, students and parents everywhere are preparing for the upcoming school year. Of course, students will need the essentials: the looseleaf paper, the box of Bic pens, the backpack—but what about the other accessories that make even the most boring days at school brighter? Today, we…
As the new school year draws near, back to school shopping sales are cropping up in stores nationwide. This year, bargain hunting is the name of the game and while spending is on the rise, the search for sales will be one of the biggest driving forces of buying behavior….