Retail
February 24, 2022
Shoppers are in the mood to shower loved ones with gifts. Image credit: Versace
By Sarah Ramirez
While the 2021 holiday shopping season is still in the rearview mirror, retailers should waste no time in adjusting their gifting strategies to better meet consumer demand.
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