Considering the economic outlook, retailers are trying to get people into the stores early. The surveys I have seen say the majority of consumers will wait until Christmas Eve to shop and will then cut back on entertainment and major purchases. With all the current layoffs and the housing market crashing, it may be a hard season for many.
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