Holiday shopping starts with spirits that dampen inflation

Holiday shopping starts with spirits that dampen inflation

NEW YORK (AP) — While Black Friday will mark a return to typical holiday shopping habits, uncertainty remains. The US labor market remains strong, consumer spending is resilient and inflation is moderating. But high prices for food, rent, gasoline and other household expenses weighed on buyers. As a result, many are hesitant to spend unless …

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