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Shopping
As holiday shopping ramps up, so does data tracking
Nov 26, 2013
Retailers are increasingly using data tracking to figure out what you want to buy.
Outlet invasion: Upscale stores head downmarket
Jul 17, 2013
Traditionally upscale chains, like Saks and Nordstrom, now have the majority of their stores in outlet malls.
U.S. shoppers think price, those in Asia look at the brand
Jul 9, 2013
When it comes to what motivates shoppers, culture can change how people think of different consumer products.
'Dead malls' get new life
by
Blake Farmer
Jul 5, 2013
Shopping malls around the country are dropping like flies. Roughly a third have trouble keeping the lights on.
The cheapest gifts you can buy Mom without breaking her heart
May 6, 2013
Looking for the perfect gift to give to Mom this Mother's Day? How about a finding a deal that shows your affection and your practically -- something every mom can appreciate.
Quiz: They sell that in SkyMall?!
May 3, 2013
You've probably browsed through the in-flight shopping catalog SkyMall. Have you seen the bizarre things they sell? See if you can tell which products are real and which are made up with our quiz.
Can drawing what you buy help you avoid debt?
Feb 8, 2013
Visual artist Kate Bingaman-Burt draws one thing she buys every day to help her be more mindful of her spending habits. Her new book encourages others to do the same.
For public good, not for profit.
When stores, and credit firms, watch you shop
Feb 4, 2013
Retailers used to keep tabs on shoppers to prevent theft. Now they’re using various technologies to study shoppers so they can increase sales.
Discount shoppers rejoice! Penney's in sales surrender
by
Amy Scott
Jan 30, 2013
A year ago, retailer J.C. Penney announced a new strategy to cut so-called "everyday" prices by about 40 percent, while reducing the number of sales a month. The company has had to walk back those plans as shoppers remained addicted to sales.
Latinas are the savviest shoppers
by
Jeff Tyler
Jan 2, 2013
A recent survey finds that Latina shoppers work harder to find deals and use more technology than other consumers.