Consumers in Thessaloniki are comparing prices at local markets for their Christmas Eve dinners. Despite the approach of the holiday, shopping activity in the Kapani market is low due to cold winter weather. The estimated cost for a Christmas dinner…
On Sunday, December 15, 2023, retail stores in Thessaloniki will be open from 11 AM to 6 PM, as the city gears up for the Christmas festivities. The Thessaloniki Chamber of Commerce announced that during the period from December 16…
Starting Monday, the festive operating hours for retail stores in Mytilene are set for the Christmas and New Year period. The local Merchants’ Association has detailed specific hours for each day until the New Year, including closures on public holidays….
As Christmas approaches, an increasing number of French people are selling their unused items to fund their holiday purchases, with second-hand gift buying on the rise. Easy Cash reports a 20% increase in trade-ins compared to 2023. Popular items include…
The local market in Komotini saw significant activity during the last Black Friday and throughout the second half of November, according to Kiki Konstantinidou, president of the Komotini Trade Association. While this surge boosted sales, it also impacted Christmas shopping….
Recent research reveals that one in five online shoppers has fallen victim to scams in the past year, with over 10% losing more than €500. The Banking and Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) warns consumers to remain vigilant during the holiday…
The mood in the German retail sector is slightly improving as the Christmas shopping season approaches, with the ifo Institute’s index rising from -25.2 to -22.1 in November. Retailers are cautiously optimistic, although they anticipate price increases, particularly for food…
Over 12 million French shoppers visited shopping centers on the Saturday following Black Friday, marking a near-record turnout for the Christmas shopping season, according to Christophe Noël, general delegate of the Federation of Commerce Actors in Territories. He noted that…
As Christmas approaches, more shoppers are turning to charity shops for affordable and unique gifts amid rising living costs. With the stigma around second-hand shopping fading, charity shops like Barnardo’s are experiencing record demand. Many find bargains, such as designer…
As the cost of living challenges consumers, charity shops are witnessing increased demand during the holiday season. Shoppers are drawn to affordable luxury items, such as £15 Versace handbags, while the trend of buying second-hand gifts for children gains popularity….
Amid declining sales in the toy industry, adults are increasingly buying toys for themselves as a form of escapism from global challenges. Research by Circana reveals that toy sales have fallen by 3% due to rising costs of living and…
