WASHINGTON and NEW YORK and LONDON, Dec. 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- As a leading distributor of market intelligence, MarketResearch.com is pleased to provide insights into this year's projected sales during the 2015 holiday season.
According to a report by Mintel International, retailers have their work cut out for them during the 2015 winter holiday season. In 2014, retailers experienced one of the strongest holiday seasons in recent years. And this year, the continued economic growth, improving job market, and lower gas prices are all positive factors contributing to high sales in 2015.
To see the Mintel International report, visit: http://www.marketresearch.com/Mintel-International-Group-Ltd-v614/Winter-Holiday-Shopping-August-9304622/?progid=88113
Holiday shoppers plan on spending an average $463 on family members. This year, a common theme many merchandisers are seeing is self-shopping. With gifts for family and friends and themselves, consumers are planning to spend $805 on holiday merchandise, up from $802 in 2014.
The holiday season, November and December, is one of the most important times of the year for retailers. Many companies account for nearly 30% of their annual business during the holidays. Retail sales are expected to increase by 3.7% this year, which will hit an estimated $630.5 billion.
About MarketResearch.com
MarketResearch.com is the leading provider of global market intelligence products and services. With research reports from more than 720 top consulting and advisory firms, MarketResearch.com offers instant online access to the world's most extensive database of expert insights on global industries, companies, products, and trends. Moreover, MarketResearch.com's Research Specialists have in-depth knowledge of the publishers and the various types of reports in their respective industries and are ready to provide research assistance.
Follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/marketresearch
Like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/marketresearchdotcom
Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/marketresearch_
MarketResearch.com
240.747.7418
[email protected]
Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150819/259741LOGO
SOURCE MarketResearch.com
Related Links
WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM?
Newsrooms &
Influencers
Digital Media
Outlets
Journalists
Opted In
Share this article