You'll Likely Spend Less on Back-to-School Shopping This Year, but Not by Much, Survey Shows

School supply prices decrease slightly compared to last year, data shows

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Shoppers across the country are paying slightly less for school supplies as they get ready for the start of a new school year, according to data from Capital One Shopping Research. Capital One estimates that for one K-12 student, supplies cost $586 on average. Meanwhile, in 2024, the average overall household budget for back-to-school shopping was $874.68, a slight decrease from $890 in 2023. Research shows families are …

Back-to-school shopping: Will prices be higher this year?

With rising prices and looming tariffs, many parents are watching their spending carefully as they prepare for back-to-school shopping. But the good news is that several major retailers are responding with price freezes and deals on essential items for the 2025 season.Like so many parents in recent years, Cassie Owens has noticed inflation's impact on her back-to-school budget."A little bit more than I'd like obviously, but it seems like the pri…

You'll likely spend less on back-to-school shopping this year, but not by much, survey shows

American families will spend an average of $858 on back-to-school shopping this year, with electronics and clothing accounting for 64% of budgets.

What can furniture retailers learn from the upcoming back-to-school season? | Bill McLoughlin - Furniture Today

The Labor Day, back-to-school selling period is often viewed as a harbinger of impending fourth quarter activity, and this year more than at any time in the past several years, retailers and manufacturers will be watching closely for any sign of a thaw in consumer spending. The most recent consumer confidence figures were not encouraging, dropping by 5.4 points in June from May’s level. Even more concerning was the Expectations Index, a measure …

Survey Says Spending Stays Put, Parents Hold Firm on Back-to-School Budgets

According to a recent survey, spending stays put this year as parents hold firm on back-to-school budgets. The post Survey Says Spending Stays Put, Parents Hold Firm on Back-to-School Budgets appeared first on West Orlando News.

Dollar General makes back-to-school shopping more affordable

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn.— Dollar General is helping families and educators shop smarter this back-to-school season as a destination of choice for budget-friendly school and classroom essentials. From an expansive assortment of over 70 back-to-school items priced at $1 or less to exclusive savings for educators, the Company offers shoppers value and variety.With over 20,000 convenient locations across 48 states, Dollar General is committed to afford…