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Consumers to spend 14% more on average this Christmas

Consumers in Ireland expect to spend around 14% more on average this year on Christmas than they did in 2023.
Business • 09 Dec 24

Christmas shopping set to peak on 23 December

Christmas shopping is set to peak on 23 December, new data from AIB shows.
Business • 08 Dec 23

Shoppers expected to spend over €7m an hour on 23 Dec

The busiest day for Christmas shopping is expected to be 23 December with Irish consumers expected to spend over €7m an hour, according to new data from AIB.
Business • 20 Dec 21

ISME urges consumers to shop locally all year round

The Irish SME Association (ISME) has today launched its "Shop Local Not Just for Christmas" campaign, which highlights the importance of supporting Irish businesses throughout the year.
Business • 09 Nov 20

Early start to Christmas shopping urged to avoid queues

It may be 11 weeks to Christmas Day but retailers are advising the public to start their festive shopping now.
Business • 09 Oct 20

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