Jewelry to Top Valentine's Day Purchasing

By Rapaport News / February 12, 2019 / www.diamonds.net / Article Link

RAPAPORT... US consumers plan to spend $20.7 billion on gifts this Valentine'sDay, with jewelry topping the list at $3.9 billion, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). An NRF survey showed a 6%rise in the amount consumers intended to lay out on their loved ones over Valentine's Day. The growth comes despite a decrease in the number of consumerscelebrating the holiday this year, the NRF said. The total breaks the previous recordof $19.7 billion, which was set in 2016. Other favorites included an evening out at $3.5 billion,clothing at $2.1 billion, $1.9 billion on flowers, and $1.8 billion on candy. "The vast majority of Valentine's Day dollars are stillspent on significant others, but there's a big increase this year in consumersspreading the love to children, parents, friends and coworkers," said NRF CEOMatthew Shay. "Those who are participating are spending more than ever, and thatcould be the result of the strong economy. With employment and income growing,consumers appear to be expanding the scope of who qualifies for a card or a boxof candy." Gifts for pets are also a popular choice, as are gift cardsand "gifts of experience." The survey found that 35% of all shoppers intended to make theirpurchases at department stores, while 32% chose discount stores, and 27% plannedto shop online. Image: An engagement ring adorning a Valentine's Day table setting. (Shutterstock)

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