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New York Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Economic Anxiety Leads More Consumers to Embrace ‘Christmas in July'
Tucked deep inside Catherine Spruill's bedroom closet sit two plastic bins beneath a mountain of clothes. One holds emergency gift cards. The other Christmas presents. She has been stockpiling gifts for the December holidays since June, hunting for summer sales across big-box retailers in her hometown, Stratford, Conn., stretching her income across two children, extended family and a long list of friends. Ms. Spruill, 34, has already picked up more than 25 toys and video games for around $350. Her best find so far: matching holiday pajama sets for herself and two sons, ages 13 and 3 — all for $28, thanks to a 50-percent-off sale at Kohl's. Black Friday no longer marks the beginning of the holiday retail season, as a growing number of shoppers and retailers are embracing what's being called 'Christmas in July.' 'These are the best weeks to do Christmas shopping because you're going to get more bang for your buck,' said Ms. Spruill, who is a home health aide. 'Stores are trying to get rid of stuff to the point they're handing it to you.' Ms. Spruill has been doing her holiday shopping months in advance since 2020, when she watched a coupon clipper on YouTube rave about using July clearance sales for holiday shopping. That same summer, she scored a bicycle on sale for $48 at Walmart, marked down from around $120. Over the past five years, Ms. Spruill said, she has saved thousands using this strategy. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Falk: Bayern want two Chelsea players – not including Christopher Nkunku
Chelsea are through the Club World Cup and now their summer can get into gear in terms of sales. The Blues have a lot of bodies to shift, as they did last year, and the good news is that some of them have proper interest. Today's exclusive from Christian Falk claims that Bayern Munich have eyes on two Blue defenders – and that's op top of attacker Christopher Nkunku, who they are also interested in. One of the two is very much up for sale, the other less so. Gusto and Veiga wanted by German giants Renato Veiga in action for Juventus. (Photo by) Malo Gusto has had a funny stretch at Chelsea so far – he was largely really impressive under Mauricio Pochettino but has suffered playing inverted under Enzo Maresca. However he was superb against PSG in the Club World Cup final, a reminder of what he can do. Despite some bad times, it feels like he's an important part of Maresca's plans and would only be sold for a pretty penny. Renato Veiga is much more available. He was loaned out in January at his request, and is surely a prime candidate to be cashed in on this summer as he looks for more first team football to cement his place in the Portugal squad ahead of the World Cup next year. Bayern must sell before buying – Chelsea could be left waiting a while Falk writes that Bayern's interest in the pair would be conditional on them selling players. 'They like Malo Gusto… and have an eye on Renato Veiga. However in both cases, they have to sell players first.' That means we could be waiting a while for the interest to develop into anything serious – not ideal given we want things to move quickly this summer so we can get on with our own squad changes.
Condé Nast Traveler
09-07-2025
- Business
- Condé Nast Traveler
55 Anti-Amazon Prime Day Competitor Deals to Shop This Week
Deals and pricing updated as of 5:01 p.m. While Amazon Prime Day is dominating the headlines this week, a wave of anti-Prime Day deals and summer sales is also emerging—offering savvy, globe-trotting shoppers like you plenty of ways to save. Top retailers are rolling out competing travel accessory deals that match or beat Amazon's prices—no membership required. Think of it as your passport to exclusive savings on elevated essentials: sleek carry-ons, travel-friendly tech, luxe skincare, packable fashion, and stylish home upgrades perfect for your post-trip unwind. Whether you're prepping for your next adventure or refreshing your everyday, these anti-Prime Day sales deliver style and substance from top-rated brands we love, without much of a rush. Below, we've curated 45 of the most irresistible Prime Day–alternative deals for travel lovers and design-minded shoppers. Scroll through the full list or jump to your favorite category—we'll be updating it all week long. For even more Prime Day sales, head to Traveler's Amazon Storefront. Top sales to shop now: AccordionItemContainerButton LargeChevron Cozy Earth : An additional 35% off of already 30% off sitewide items with Traveler-exclusive code CNTRAVELER : An additional 35% off of already 30% off sitewide items with Traveler-exclusive code CNTRAVELER DSW : 25% off on (almost) all pairs of shoes with code PRIMEDEAL : 25% off on (almost) all pairs of shoes with code PRIMEDEAL Everlane : Up to 70% off on men's and women's wardrobe staples : Up to 70% off on men's and women's wardrobe staples Ulta : Up to 40% off on top beauty and skincare products : Up to 40% off on top beauty and skincare products Walmart: Up to 65% off of best-selling tech essentials Up to 65% off of best-selling tech essentials Dyson: Save up to $300 on select Dyson gear Clothing and shoes Aerie: In addition to clearance items marked up to 70% off, shop the brand's new collection of $25 Boyfriend tees and tanks. Plus, enjoy up to 50% off all Aerie swimwear. Andie Swim: While not officially a competitor sale, shoppers can find all kinds of swimsuits, cover-ups, and more, up to 50% off in Andie's sale section. Anthropologie: For its limited-time Too Hot to Last sale, fashionable shoppers can take 30% off summer clothing, accessories, clothes, and beauty. Among our favorites: breezy dresses and skirts. Allbirds: Comfortable footwear brand Allbirds is up to 50% off on both men's and women's pairs, from best-sellers to top-rated, and more. Bonobos: For its Heat of the Moment sale on timeless men's styles, save 30% off sitewide and in-store purchases. Everlane: This just in—one of our favorite brands announced new markdowns added to their site. Today, shoppers can save up to 70% on timeless basics for men and women. Asos: While there's no specific Prime competitor deal, Asos is offering up to 70% off a wide selection of stylish sale items, from Adidas sneakers to oversized summer tees. Atleta: Score up to a whopping 70% off, plus an extra 30% off select items during Athleta's Semi-Annual Sale, which includes seasonal favorites like shorts, tanks, and more. Cozy Earth: Use the Traveler-exclusive code CNTRAVELER to take an extra 35% off already discounted items (currently 30% off). Now through July 11, the sale includes ultra-soft bamboo sheets, cozy loungewear sets, men's everyday pants, and more. DSW: To save on chic shoe styles from sandals to sneakers, use code PRIMEDEAL to score on 25% off on (almost) everything when online shopping. With code SIZZLE, you can receive up to $60 off on select styles; free shipping on orders over $75 with FREESHIP. Francesca's: From casual midis to chiffon ruffled styles, enjoy up to 40% off sitewide during the Semi-Annual Sale. Don't miss clearance items with new markdowns with a BOGO offer.
CNET
09-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Loud Budgeting Makes It Easy for Me to Avoid the Amazon Prime Day Noise
Skipping the summer sales could mean more savings for your wallet. Getty Images/CNET There are so many summer sales this week. Between Amazon's Prime Day, Target Circle Week and Walmart and other retailers discounting items, it can be hard to stick to your budget -- especially if you're worried about tariffs pushing prices higher later this year. It's hard for me, too. It's not easy to stay on track when AirPods and TVs are around 40% off. But I'm able to decide what's worth spending my money on thanks to an old TikTok trend -- loud budgeting. Over a year ago, I stumbled upon the loud budgeting trend that made saving and spending intuitive for me. It was different than other budgeting advice that encouraged no discretionary spending and wasn't realistic for most people. Instead, loud budgeting encourages me to say no to spending that doesn't align with my priorities and yes to the purchases that do. If there's a Prime Day deal that fits in my budget and aligns with my money goals, great. Otherwise, it's easy for me to pass. Here's how loud budgeting can help you navigate summer sales without jeopardizing your money goals. Read more: I Love a Deal. That's Why I Don't Bother With Amazon Prime Day What is loud budgeting? Loud budgeting is a financial strategy that puts your money aspirations front and center for friends and family to see. This money technique involves clearly vocalizing why you might choose not to spend money -- even if you have it. This level of accountability can help you stick to a budget without feeling guilty or experiencing FOMO, or the fear of missing out. It can also help you if you're struggling to keep up with the lifestyles of influencers you see online. Loud budgeting doesn't mean you can never spend money. Instead, it encourages you to think about the areas of your life where you want to put your money. For example, you may skip brunch with your friends this week to set aside more for plans later this year, like a trip home for the holidays or a friend's birthday that's coming up. Or you might say no to a deal on an item that you don't need to put more money toward concert tickets. If you're struggling with your spending habits and want a reset, loud budgeting can also help. My colleague, Kelly Ernst, is skipping the summer sales after successfully completing a 30-day no-buy challenge, which encouraged her not to spend on anything other than necessities and emergencies. Eating out and other luxuries were a no-go for one month. While her no-buy challenge may seem like a more extreme example of loud budgeting, she found cutting this type of spending actually brought her more joy. Loud budgeting can cut through the social media noise One big reason experts love loud budgeting is because it can help you limit how much your financial decisions are influenced by social media. Lifestyle inflation and keeping up with social trends can be costly. It's easy to get influenced into buying just about anything today -- think the infamous Stanley cup. These impulse buys can lead to guilt and other negative emotions that can put you in an unhealthy mind-set when it comes to money, said Alaina Fingal, a CNET Money expert. "There has been so much guilt around budgeting and other money topics. There are people who have feelings of shame for not having as much money as their peers and others who feel extreme guilt for having more money than their circle," said Fingal. If you're prone to impulse spending by seeing Amazon sale deals while scrolling on social media, posting your money goals online so others can help hold you accountable. It could also help you find other accounts that are following the loud budgeting trend so you can help cheer each other on. How to practice loud budgeting during Prime Day sales Loud budgeting shouldn't prevent you from spending on experiences or products if they're important to you. But it can help you focus on where your money is going and weed out expenses you'd like to minimize, especially with so many tempting deals that can add up quickly. Here's how you can plan to use this trend to stay accountable: 1. Set money goals Before you can share your goals with your family and friends, you have to figure out what you want to put your money toward. If you don't know how much is going in and out of your account each month, start there. You can use an app like Rocket Money to track your spending or review your bank statements. From there, create a budget for essentials -- bills, grocery shopping, gas, etc. Then, it's time to set money goals. Maybe you want to bulk up your retirement fund or save for a trip next summer. Or maybe there are multiple goals you're looking to hit. Figure out how much money you need for these goals, then set monthly savings goals to help you reach each one. What you do with your leftover funds is up to you. If going out with friends on the weekends is important to you, you might reserve that money for restaurants and traveling. Or if you enjoy playing video games, you might create a fund to buy new games. This can change as your interests adapt and is worth revisiting periodically. 2. Share your goals You may not broadcast your savings goals on social media, but sharing them with friends and family as invites and expenses pop up can be just as effective. This can help them understand your mind-set for the year and could help brainstorm more affordable events. It could also help a friend or family member who's struggling with FOMO stay on track. Opening a dialogue about money can help others share their own goals. 3. Focus on your future self The money goals I'm prioritizing -- a few planned trips and renovations -- will help me enjoy meaningful time with friends and family without blowing my budget. When invites pop up that might derail my goals, reminding myself and others of these priorities can help me stay on track. For example, you may decide at the last minute to buy a new tablet during the Prime Day sale to treat yourself. But what if you had plans to be more laser-focused on saving for the holidays? You may save the money now to prepare for holiday travel, gifts or outings that you're expecting later this year and hold off on getting the tablet later by creating a sinking fund for it. Saying no now lets you focus on saying yes to future opportunities. 4. Make easy compromises Does following loud budgeting mean turning down every lightning deal on Amazon this week? Maybe. Instead, think of it as being more intentional by making trade-offs to fit it into your budget. For instance, if you really want to shop this week's sales, consider buying necessities. For example, I usually buy hand soap, batteries and cleaning supplies that I'm running low on. These necessities are already in my budget and I may even be able to save some money. Don't want to share your money goals? Try 'quiet' budgeting instead The biggest downside of sharing your money goals online or with family and friends is that not everyone will agree with them. This can make it even harder to stick to your plan. "In a world where many people are driven by likability and approval from their peers, you can feel discouraged in your own spending if it doesn't match other people around you," said Bernadette Joy, a personal finance coach and CNET Money expert. "But that doesn't mean you should stop." Instead, make sure you're doing what's making you happy. That involves aligning your spending with your values, instead of what social media may pressure you to spend on. It also may mean that you set your budgets and goals, but instead of loud budgeting, you do so quietly, Joy said.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Retailers extend summer sales in battle for bargain-hunting consumers
Major retailers are extending their summer sales windows in a bid to capture consumer spending ahead of a potentially uncertain economic period. Amazon has lengthened its Prime Day event to four days, from 8–11 July, while Walmart, Target, and TikTok Shop have launched parallel sales that overlap or extend beyond the Prime Day window. This aggressive discounting reflects heightened competition in the retail sector, as companies seek to gain market share amid shifting consumer behaviour, rising inflation, and looming concerns over new tariffs on Chinese imports. Amazon's Prime Day, originally a 48-hour event, now runs for 96 hours. The company said the extended window allows consumers more time to find value during a period of economic pressure. The timing of this expansion coincides with reports of possible tariff increases on Chinese-made goods, a move that could raise prices for both retailers and consumers in the coming months. To offset potential supply chain volatility, Amazon has also strengthened its logistics infrastructure in key fulfilment regions. Shoppers in the United States are expected to spend an estimated $23.8 billion during this year's Prime Day period, a 24% increase from 2024, according to analysts cited by RetailToday. Sales are being driven by a mix of AI-personalised product placements, limited-time discounts, and exclusive offers for Prime members. Analysts say Amazon's decision to double the event's duration could set a precedent for future years, especially as rivals begin to match or exceed the company's efforts. Walmart has responded with a six-day sale event, aiming to attract both in-store and online shoppers. The promotion, which began shortly before Prime Day, is being pitched as a broader seasonal campaign rather than a one-off flash sale. Target has adopted a similar approach, extending its summer deals to compete directly with Amazon's window. Retail experts note that these longer promotions allow retailers to avoid head-to-head comparisons on exact pricing or shipping speed, while still offering savings across multiple product categories. This spread in dates also reduces pressure on logistics networks and gives customers greater flexibility when shopping. Despite not offering a membership-based programme like Amazon Prime, Walmart and Target have leveraged their existing loyalty systems and in-store pickup options to stay competitive. TikTok Shop, a newer entrant in the US e-commerce space, has launched a 13-day 'summer savings' campaign that began in late June and runs through mid-July. The platform's model differs from traditional retail giants, relying heavily on influencer marketing and real-time video content to drive engagement and sales. By leaning on its younger user base and integrating product promotions directly into livestreams, TikTok Shop is positioning itself as a dynamic, socially driven alternative to legacy e-commerce. Its extended sale period reflects a broader strategy to embed commerce within the entertainment habits of Gen Z and Millennial users. Industry observers say TikTok's long event window may not yield the same total sales volume as Amazon's Prime Day, but it reinforces the growing importance of social commerce and user-generated content in retail marketing strategies. The expansion of summer sales periods by multiple major retailers indicates a shift in seasonal retail strategy. Rather than concentrating deals within narrow windows, companies are opting for broader campaigns that span weeks—offering more time for consumer engagement and reducing the risk of site slowdowns or delivery backlogs. With inflation still affecting household budgets and the threat of new tariffs on the horizon, retailers appear keen to lock in early-season revenue and clear stock ahead of potential supply chain cost increases. Consumers, in turn, are likely to benefit from extended access to discounted goods—but will also need to navigate a crowded and increasingly complex promotions landscape. Navigate the shifting tariff landscape with real-time data and market-leading analysis. Request a free demo for GlobalData's Strategic Intelligence . "Retailers extend summer sales in battle for bargain-hunting consumers" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
