Easter spending expected to reach $23.6B this year despite economic uncertainty

Americans are expected to spend more on Easter this year despite economic uncertainty

U.S. consumer spending for Easter is expected to rise about 5% this year as Americans snap up candy and gifts to celebrate despite concerns around high inflation and economic uncertainty, a National Retail Federation report showed on Tuesday. Shoppers are expected to spend around $23.6 billion this year, compared with $22.4 billion estimated last year, the trade body’s survey showed, with discount stores once again poised to be the top destinati…

Easter spending expected to reach $23.6B this year despite economic uncertainty

Consumers are planning to spend a total of $23.6 billion for Easter this year despite uncertainty surrounding the economy amid the ongoing tariff roller coaster.The National Retail Federation released its annual survey data for Easter holiday spending. This years Easter holiday will result in a little more spending than last year which was $22.4 billion but still not as much as the record $24 million spent in 2023.It is probably no surprise that…

Easter spending forecast to climb 5% despite high inflation, recession fears

US consumer spending for Easter is expected to rise about 5% this year as Americans snap up candy and gifts to celebrate despite concerns around high inflation and economic uncertainty, a National Retail Federation report showed on Tuesday.

US Easter spending to rise as holiday cheer defies economic gloom, NRF says

U.S. consumer spending for Easter is expected to rise about 5% this year as Americans snap up candy and gifts to celebrate despite concerns around high inflation and economic uncertainty, a National Retail Federation report showed on Tuesday.

How Much We're Spending on Easter This Year

They may not be putting dyed eggs into their baskets this year…but shoppers are expected to spend more on Easter decor and treats. A “hopping” $23.6 billion dollars is what consumers are expected to shell out. Discount stores are once again poised to be the top destination for Easter shopping. The National Retail Federation says consumers are expected to spend a total of $7.4 billion on food, $3.8 billion on gifts and $3.3 billion on candy.

NRF: Consumers to spend $23.6B on Easter - WRNJ Radio

Consumers plan to spend a total of $23.6 billion on Easter this year, according to the annual survey released Tuesday by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The amount is above last year’s $22.4 billion, and approaching the record $24 billion spent in 2023. “As we witnessed throughout the pandemic, holidays such as Easter are especially meaningful for Americans during times of uncertainty,” NRF Vice President o…