Americans to spend big this holiday despite gloomy economic views
Visa predicts Americans will spend an average of $736 on holiday gifts in 2025, a 10% increase from the $669 reported last year.
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Visa predicts Americans will spend an average of $736 on holiday gifts in 2025, a 10% increase from the $669 reported last year.
The National Retail Federation expects about 17% of sales to be returned this year.
Retailers are turning to what's called "algorithmic commerce," which tracks your searches and preferences and uses them to recommend items for you.
Analysis released Wednesday by the Ann Arbor-based American Customer Satisfaction Index showed growing demand cut customer service levels and satisfaction with online retail in the 2013 holiday shopping season -- even as satisfaction rose for traditional brick-and-mortar retail.
The latest staffing, leadership and boardroom news from Michigan's technology-focused companies, institutions and groups
Luxury shoppers are more likely to use mobile channels when shopping but are slightly less satisfied with e-commerce overall, according to the Luxury E-Retail Satisfaction Index released today by the Ann Arbor-based customer experience analytics firm ForeSee.
Compuware Corp.'s new report explores the correlation of poor application performance on e-commerce revenues, customer loyalty and brand image
Made from the Heart Custom Designs, started by Debbie and Tony LaJoice of Linden, recently launched a new e-commerce Web site. The Fenton digital marketing agency 3Sixty Interactive was responsible for the design and development of the new site, which facilitates the sale of bridal shower kits, baby shower kits, and unique handmade gifts.
Brand Labs, an e-commerce studio specializing in custom design and development for the Volusion shopping platform, has introduced a revenue-tracking app for Android mobile users: Volusion Snapshot.
Two e-commerce and Web site development firms, Ann Arbor-based Grand River and Milwaukee-based Zeon Solutions, Wednesday announced thier merger.
The Michigan Economic Development Corp. issued a Request for Proposal seeking a contractor to partner in its e-commerce Web site, puremichiganstore.com, which sells merchandise carrying the Pure Michigan brand.
Uniform Country, an e-commerce retailer of medical scrubs, has joined the growing trend of online merchants hosting their storefronts on a managed cloud by selecting Michigan-based managed data center operator Online Tech to host their online retail website and database.
The Detroit-based disposable dental supply company AVO Dental Supplies has just launched a new Web site that was developed and built by the Sterling Heights-based digital advertising agency Aqaba Technologies' team of Web experts.
Ann Arbor-based Nexcess, an e-commerce Web hosting company and official Magento hosting provider, has announced the expansion of its Magento Web hosting product line at the company's United Kingdom facilities.
The Traverse City e-commerce company White Pine Marketing LLC, said Tuesday it had aunched a new Web site for consumer electronics.
Ann Arbor e-commerce developer Grand River Wednesday announced two client wins: Family Christian Stores to design and develop a new e-commerce system, and a Web site for Gander Mountain Academy, new professional firearms training centers in Gander Mountain stores.
Ann Arbor-based Grand River, an e-commerce development and integration service provider, announced a collaboration with Pitney Bowes Inc. to integrate Magento platform extensions with Pitney Bowes's ClearPath international e-commerce and logistics service.
Ann Arbor-based e-commerce developers Grand River announced the launch of an e-commerce site for Auburn Hills-based Vantage Point Concepts LLC.
Dell and QVC respectively lead the Web and mobile performers on the User Experience Index compiled by Compuware's Gomez Web performance management division.
Prosecutors say the man was previously convicted of threatening to kill police officers and a judge in Macomb County.
After a brutally cold January, February hasn't been too bad.
Experts say the Ambassador Bridge can't keep up with demand for trade, jobs and tourism between Detroit and Windsor anymore.
He said there should also be proof of citizenship and a ban on mail-in ballots, with some exceptions.
A third person has been charged in connection with a scheme that federal officials say was a forced labor conspiracy.
Experts say the Ambassador Bridge can't keep up with demand for trade, jobs and tourism between Detroit and Windsor anymore.
A teen accused of stabbing a person during a fight on the campus of Oakland University last week made his first court appearance Friday.
Prosecutors say the man was previously convicted of threatening to kill police officers and a judge in Macomb County.
The ranking member of the House Oversight Committee is demanding answers from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, days after Lutnick reportedly met with the owner of the Ambassador Bridge.
Jarvis Butts also plead guilty to five other cases involving sexual assault of four different minors with one victim as young as four years old.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
The winter storm that brought snow to Southeast Michigan on Sunday didn't stop car enthusiasts from leaving their homes for the final day of the 2026 Detroit Auto Show.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny took the stage on Sunday dressed in all white, donning a jersey with his last name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Love is biting consumers this year amid the rising cost of flowers, chocolates and other Valentine's Day staples.
Inflation came in below economists' forecasts and slowed from December's 2.7% annual rate.
The two-woman, two-man crew is replacing four other station fliers who came home early last month due to a medical issue one was having.
The ranking member of the House Oversight Committee is demanding answers from Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, days after Lutnick reportedly met with the owner of the Ambassador Bridge.
Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.
Officials announced eligibility for mothers and babies in the city of Detroit.
Two Metro Detroit representatives are among those sponsoring a bill that calls for a 32% tax on any wireless device purchased for someone age 17 and younger.
The Oakland Community Health Network will now be taking over that responsibility amidst a financial dispute between the two organizations.
Legionella testing at Oakland County government facilities has detected the bacteria in the water systems of two additional buildings.
When the temperatures plummet, and the snow starts piling up, most of us have the same instinct: retreat indoors, crank up the heat, and get cozy.
Justin Verlander's return to the Detroit Tigers is a testament to his own longevity and the team's increased relevance over the past couple of years.
Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates, considered the favorites, placed second in the 2026 Winter Olympics. France's Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron took home gold.
Retired Detroit Lions offensive tackle Dan Skipper is returning to the team, but not in uniform. Instead, he'll be on the sidelines as part of the coaching staff, sources told CBS News Detroit.
Isaiah Stewart of the Detroit Pistons has been suspended for seven games in the aftermath of an altercation that erupted during Monday night's game.
Two days after the confetti fell on Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, one Detroit native is still processing the weekend of a lifetime.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Penske and Reuss address a wide range of critical issues for Detroit, Michigan and the nation.
The Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department is seeking charges of operating while intoxicated, reckless driving, aggravated assault and malicious destruction of property after a driver crashed into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
A third person has been charged in connection with a scheme that federal officials say was a forced labor conspiracy involving victims in Michigan, Florida, Texas and Missouri.
A 25-year-old man is facing murder charges relating to a deadly carjacking incident at a Detroit gas station.
Threats by the Trump Administration to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge that connects Detroit and Windsor are raising concerns about blocking economic opportunities on our side of the border.
A teen accused of stabbing a person during a fight on the campus of Oakland University last week made his first court appearance Friday morning.