Struggling Retailers Brace For Halloween Consumer Spending Slump
Portfolio Pulse from Bibhu Pattnaik
The U.S. retail industry is facing a predicted 5% drop in Halloween spending, impacting debt-laden retailers like Michaels and At Home Group. This decline is due to higher unemployment and inflation, affecting lower-income households. Retailers are struggling with reduced consumer spending and the repercussions of pandemic-era buyouts.
October 13, 2024 | 7:15 pm
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At Home Group is impacted by a predicted 5% drop in Halloween spending, with economic challenges affecting consumer spending. The company is dealing with the aftermath of pandemic-era buyouts.
At Home Group is affected by the decline in Halloween spending, as it is part of the retail sector struggling with reduced consumer spending. The company's situation is exacerbated by the impact of pandemic-era buyouts and economic challenges.
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Michaels is facing challenges due to a predicted 5% drop in Halloween spending, affecting lower-income households. The company is struggling with reduced consumer spending and the impact of pandemic-era buyouts.
Michaels is directly affected by the predicted decline in Halloween spending, as it relies on seasonal sales. The economic challenges, including inflation and unemployment, are reducing consumer spending, particularly among lower-income households, which impacts Michaels' revenue.
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