Consumer spending for holidays hit new record
But while total number of shoppers dropped, in-store visits grew, NRF finds
NRF, retailers advocate passing Combating Organized Retail Crime Act
Shorter selling season due to late Thanksgiving to have impact, NRF predicts
Overstock leaps to the top of roster, while Schwarz Group takes #2 spot
Overall/per-person spending seen falling slightly from last year
NRF survey shows slight drop-off in money to be expended
The figure is below last year’s record-setting sales
Spending on significant others anticipated to increase this Valentine's Day, including purchases of jewelry and clothing
Overall return rate is higher for online retailers
