High-end retailers benefiting from trend
Steeper-than-expected drop reflects slowdown in consumer spending
Report finds automated threats skyrocket during Black Friday week
158 million shoppers expected — 10 million more than a year ago
Retail staffers and shoppers alike struggle with experience
Such postings may translate into a $200 billion yearly hit for North American food and retail brands
Survey also identifies most popular physical and online retailers
Physical presence offers broader chance to grow faster
Younger consumers treat major shopping day as a social event
Office-centric downtowns on their way out