Annalise Mantz

Annalise Mantz is an editor, writer, avid traveler, fitness fan, Harry Potter nerd and home cook who lives in New York City. She writes about shopping, food, entertainment and other lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in publications and media sites including Stacker, Vox Media, Popsugar, Time Out and the Los Angeles Times.

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How Much Americans Spent on Holiday Shopping in 2022

The National Retail Federation estimates that holiday spending reached $936.3 billion in 2022, 5.3% above 2021.

March 2, 2023

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