Christmas 2006 Hot Toys!

Following disappoint sales figures last week, www.walmart.com announced that it will be arming itself with low prices as it seeks to become the retailer of choice for the upcoming holiday season. In addition to the price cuts on a number of toys made last month by www.walmart.com , the retail giant will cut prices on a wide range of electronics to help lure in shoppers.

I’m sure we’re all seing it. I coudl have sworn that 3-5 weeks ago I saw Christmas lawn displays crammed into the front of the local Home Depots.
DesMoinesRegister.com

To keep shoppers spending, retailers this season will offer more free shipping, lower prices, remodeled store layouts and customized one-of-a-kind gifts. They’ll leverage technology and employee training to maximize shoppers’ experiences and expenditures. Oh yeah, and why wait until 5 AM the day after Thanksgiving to open the stores up….when you can do it at 12:00 AM!

Dallas Morning News | News for Dallas, Texas | Business

AP article again citing low energy prices and T.M.X. Elmo rush helping to propel this year’s retail sales. While not much in the world today may be predictable, consumers can at least have a good Christmas/Holiday Season. Expect a good start and a strong finish to Holiday Season with Chanukah stardign on December 25th.

Is it just me, or is there some good “reason” every year for increased retail sales?

Whittier Daily News

The Arizona Republic is reporting a strong outlook on the upcoming holiday season. With gas prices dropping and consumer confidence above the same period last year, retailers are optimistic when it comes to Holiday Sales.