Last-minute Christmas gifts that won't break the bank
These gifts are perfect for those on a budget this holiday season.
Shake Shack is offering free fries for flight delays and cancelations
Travel experts are saying Wednesday and Thursday are going to be the busiest days for holiday travelers. Shake Shack seems to be aware of this fact and has plans to offer free fries to airline passengers who have had their flights delayed or canceled.
USPS does not expect any delays as shipping deadline approaches
Fox took an inside look at a USPS processing and distribution hub in Dulles, Virginia, as Americans rush to get last-minute gifts in the mail.
Grinch hits candy cane makers with sugar shortage, twisted supply chain
Candy makers, like retailers and farmers, have been slammed during the pandemic with high commodity prices, labor shortages, and transportation and supply chain snarls, preventing them from fully cashing in on the holiday season.
Olive Garden wants breadsticks for Santa instead of cookies this Christmas
The company is offering customers the opportunity to order and bake breadsticks for Santa, while adding a personal note
Holiday shopping held back by COVID financial impact, survey shows
COVID-19 continues to put a strain on finances this holiday season, however spending is expected to increase from last year, according to a new survey. Here's what to do if you are struggling financially.
Netherlands 'going into lockdown again' to curb omicron
Nations across Europe moved to reimpose tougher measures to stem a new wave of COVID-19 infections spurred by the highly transmissible omicron variant, with the Netherlands leading the way by imposing a nationwide lockdown.
Candy cane shortage fueled by COVID, weak peppermint harvest
Weakness in peppermint crops and COVID-caused logistical issues have created a problem for Big Candy.
Holiday shopping: Why surging inflation, supply chain issues and a pandemic aren't deterring consumers
U.S. consumers are trying to make up for the 2020 holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation.
'World's most expensive' ugly Christmas sweater selling for nearly $40K
Aidan Liban, 33, from London, is selling a Christmas sweater made from silk, gold thread, diamonds and Swarovski crystals for about $39,654 (£30,000).
UPS says pandemic will not impact shipping times as Christmas deadlines approach
During the holidays, according to UPS, upwards of 800,000 items are processed at the Lonestar facility. That’s double the amount it would see on a normal day.
Best cities for Christmas based on affordability, activities: report
WalletHub published a report on Wednesday on the best cities for Christmas, based on five categories: traditions & fun, observance, generosity, shopping and costs.
Retail sales pull back with modest increase as inflation hits consumer spending
Retail sales for the start of the holiday season saw a weaker than expected increase of 0.3% in November, according to the Commerce Department, missing the 0.8% estimate expected by economists surveyed by Refinitiv and well below October's revised 1.8% increase.
Philadelphia Cream Cheese to pay $20 to replace Christmas cheesecake
With cream cheese shortages and supply chain disruptions at an all-time high, The Kraft Heinz Company has come up with a campaign that encourages shoppers to ditch cheesecake and its Philadelphia Cream Cheese brand in favor of another holiday dessert.
TSA projects two busiest travel days during the Christmas holiday, issue warnings
TSA is asking passengers to be cautious of the busiest holiday travel days and to arrive at the airport early.
Gas prices drop for fifth consecutive week amid holiday travel season, remain above $3 a gallon
Prices tumbled 2.4 cents from a week ago, pushing the average to $3.32 per gallon, according to GasBuddy data, which is compiled from reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country.
Green Monday: Don't miss the final big sales before Christmas
The second Monday of December is a busy day for people rushing to buy last-minute presents
Some Americans skip buying Christmas presents to afford health care, survey finds
Consumers have skipped spending money on food, travel and even holiday gifts due to health care costs, according to a survey from HealthCareInsider.
Labor shortage puts catering companies in a bind during holiday season: 'Where is this going to end?'
The labor shortage is putting many catering companies in a bind this holiday season
Here's how to fly with gifts this holiday season
The agency recommends that travelers use gift bags or boxes, so it's easier to unpack in the event that it triggers an alarm at the checkpoint.