Poll Suggests Local Business Spending to Increase over Valentine’s Weekend

Valentine's Day record spending expected to give boosts to local businesses

BLAIR COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Valentine’s Day is bringing a boost to local businesses with the National Retail Federation projecting record spending this year. Consumers are expected to spend over $29 billion for the holiday, with candy, greeting cards and flowers topping the most popular gifts. Businesses like the Tipsy Tulip in Altoona are putting [...]

Poll suggests local business spending to increase over Valentine’s weekend

A CIBC poll has found that eight out of ten Canadians will spend money at local businesses for Valentine’s Day.

Cupid's Arrow Hits Wallets As Valentine's Day Spending Set To Break Records— Candy Is Most Popular, But Jewelry Commands The Dollars - 1-800-Flowers.com (NASDAQ:FLWS), Hershey (NYSE:HSY)

Americans are expected to spend a record $29.1 billion this Valentine's Day, according to the latest survey from the National Retail Federation, with the average shopper shelling out nearly $200 on gifts. From dazzling jewelry and dinner dates to sweet treats for friends and even pets, consumers are expanding their lists of loved ones — and pushing holiday spending to new heights in the process. Candy, Jewelry, Flowers As Top Gift Choices The an…