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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Retail Findings – Stormfill Gift Cards Sales in the Holiday Season
Several gift card companies including Stormfill also a saw a significant rise in the number of people ordering gift cards during the holiday season. TALLINN, ESTONIA, May 29, 2025 / / -- 2024 saw a 4% increase in retail sales when compared to 2023. At the same time, gift card sales also saw a steep rise. As per one consumer research, 56% of surveyed consumers reported that they bought a gift card this holiday season, which is an 8% increase over 2023. Additionally, the average value of gift cards received also increased, with it reaching $209 on average, a significant increase from $161, recorded the previous year. The Holiday Impact Several gift card companies including Stormfill also a saw a significant rise in the number of people ordering gift cards during the holiday season. In 2024, the holiday shopping season was shorter than the previous year, and that led shoppers to look for quick solutions during the Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Gift Cards have cemented their position as the go-to holiday gifting option, especially among digital-native and time-sensitive shoppers, said one of the senior executives at Stormfill. 'The convenience, versatility, and instant delivery options of digital gift cards have made them more relevant than ever.' These trends point to broader changes in the holiday shopping habits, influenced, by the ease of digital access and evolving expectations, around personalization and immediacy. Gift cards have emerged as a reliable gifting solution for professional and personal needs. The UI Factor One of the major reasons for gift card providers to capture a chunk of the market is because of overall ease of their platform and the trust they have generated among the audience. Companies like Stormfill has years of experience in the field, combined with an array of gift card options, that are only expanding from here, they are the perfect platform for all types of gift card purchases. As the landscape of holiday shopping continues to evolve, businesses are encouraged to adapt their strategies by investing in branded gift card programs and seamless digital delivery options. About Stormfill Stormfill is a platform for fast and secure voucher options. Their team has forward-thinking professionals dedicated to making digital transactions smoother, be it for recharging phone, gifting credit, or staying connected globally. Lucas Callahan, Chief Marketing Officer Stormfill +372 56117161 [email protected] Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Princess Diana's Childhood Home Suffers Damage in 'Suspected Arson'
The estate where Princess Diana grew up was partially damaged in a "suspected arson." Her brother Charles Spencer photographed the blaze, which he called "deeply disturbing." Northamptonshire Police, per People, are investigating the of Princess Diana's childhood home—and her current resting place—was torched in a "suspected arson" attack last night. According to her brother Charles Spencer, the fire at Althorp Estate in Northampton, England has since been put out. "Luckily unoccupied at the time—but still deeply disturbing that one of our farmhouses was torched by vandals last night," Spencer wrote in an Instagram story depicting the blaze. "Sincere thanks to @northantsfire for trying to save it," he continued, shouting out local firemen. In an email to People, Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service explained that the property's main home, in which Diana was raised, wasn't damaged by the flames. "The fire was at land on the Althorp estate in Mill Lane, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, rather than at Althorp House," they clarified. The fire department was contacted at approximately 1:30 a.m. on May 28. "Crews arrived to find a derelict two-story property fully on fire," the statement continued. "At the height of the fire, four crews from across the Service wearing breathing apparatus used hose-reel jets to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further." The blaze was officially put out by the afternoon as one crewmember "dampened down any remaining hotspots." Local police officially said they are "investigating a suspected arson at a derelict farmhouse on the Althorp Estate." The property's conservation manager Adey Greeno revealed that the damage was extensive and that the farmhouse needed to be razed "for safety reasons." "The fire, which was reported in the early hours of this morning, is believed to have been started deliberately. However, the exact cause is yet to be determined," Northamptonshire Police's statement continued. Princess Diana's remains are buried on a secluded island part of the Althorp Estate. Last year, Charles revealed that he paid her grave a visit on Christmas Eve via Instagram. "My favorite bench—good place to sit on Christmas Eve during a quiet moment," he captioned the photo, taken at The Temple at Althorp House, which became a memorial to Diana following her death. Read the original article on InStyle
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
List of Grocery Store Hours on Memorial Day 2025
Monday marks Memorial Day, a federal holiday honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. This could impact hours for stores, restaurants, postal services and banks. Because Memorial Day is a federal holiday, some stores, restaurants and banks could be closed for the day, and customers may need to adjust their shopping habits. When Is Memorial Day 2025? Memorial Day is Monday, May 26. Historically, the holiday is always celebrated on the last Monday of May. While the holiday originally was known as Decoration Day and began following the Civil War, Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans honor their fallen soldiers by visiting cemeteries, memorials and planning parades around the day. Target's Memorial Day 2025 Hours Target is the go-to spot for many shoppers, and luckily for them, the retailer is open on Memorial Day. However, you should check with your specific location for the hours. Trader Joe's Memorial Day 2025 Hours Trader Joe's has specialty foods and snacks at more than 600 stores across the country. The company will stay open regular hours on Monday. Walmart's Memorial Day 2025 Hours Bargain retailer Walmart will stay open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Memorial Day. Costco Memorial Day 2025 Hours Costco is one of the few stores that closes down for Memorial Day, saying all warehouses will suspend operations on the holiday. Sam's Club Memorial Day 2025 Hours Sam's Club, on the other hand, will remain open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members. Kroger Memorial Day 2025 Hours Kroger also stays open on Memorial Day, but the exact hours vary by location. Publix Memorial Day 2025 Hours Publix also stays open regular hours on Memorial Day, so customers can still depend on the grocer for their any spontaneous cravings or food necessities. Aldi Memorial Day 2025 Hours Aldi stores have historically had limited hours on Memorial Day. However, you should check your specific location for their hours this holiday. Whole Foods Memorial Day 2025 Hours All Whole Foods stay open on Memorial Day, but customers should make sure their local store hasn't modified the hours. Whole Foods said on its website: "Many of our stores are open for modified hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. We're closed on Christmas Day. Most stores are open on Memorial Day." Aldi said on its website: "ALDI stores operate limited hours on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Specific holiday hours for your local store can be found by using our store locator." While most grocery stores remain open on Memorial Day, most national banks and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed for the federal holiday. That means packages and mail could be delayed, and most banking institutions will be limited to only digital services. The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and bond markets also close on Memorial Day. Related Articles List of Store Hours for Memorial Day: Target, Goodwill, TJ Maxx and MoreList of Fast Food Chain Hours for Memorial Day 2025Why Are Flags at Half-Staff Today? Memorial Day Rules ExplainedAre Social Security Offices Closed Today? Memorial Day Hours 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
List of Grocery Store Hours on Memorial Day 2025
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Monday marks Memorial Day, a federal holiday honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. This could impact hours for stores, restaurants, postal services and banks. Why It Matters Because Memorial Day is a federal holiday, some stores, restaurants and banks could be closed for the day, and customers may need to adjust their shopping habits. What To Know When Is Memorial Day 2025? Memorial Day is Monday, May 26. Historically, the holiday is always celebrated on the last Monday of May. While the holiday originally was known as Decoration Day and began following the Civil War, Memorial Day became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans honor their fallen soldiers by visiting cemeteries, memorials and planning parades around the day. A view of a Target store on March 5, 2025 in Novato, California. A view of a Target store on March 5, 2025 in Novato, Memorial Day 2025 Hours Target is the go-to spot for many shoppers, and luckily for them, the retailer is open on Memorial Day. However, you should check with your specific location for the hours. Trader Joe's Memorial Day 2025 Hours Trader Joe's has specialty foods and snacks at more than 600 stores across the country. The company will stay open regular hours on Monday. Walmart's Memorial Day 2025 Hours Bargain retailer Walmart will stay open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Memorial Day. Costco Memorial Day 2025 Hours Costco is one of the few stores that closes down for Memorial Day, saying all warehouses will suspend operations on the holiday. Sam's Club Memorial Day 2025 Hours Sam's Club, on the other hand, will remain open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members. Kroger Memorial Day 2025 Hours Kroger also stays open on Memorial Day, but the exact hours vary by location. Publix Memorial Day 2025 Hours Publix also stays open regular hours on Memorial Day, so customers can still depend on the grocer for their any spontaneous cravings or food necessities. Aldi Memorial Day 2025 Hours Aldi stores have historically had limited hours on Memorial Day. However, you should check your specific location for their hours this holiday. Whole Foods Memorial Day 2025 Hours All Whole Foods stay open on Memorial Day, but customers should make sure their local store hasn't modified the hours. What People Are Saying Whole Foods said on its website: "Many of our stores are open for modified hours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. We're closed on Christmas Day. Most stores are open on Memorial Day." Aldi said on its website: "ALDI stores operate limited hours on Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Specific holiday hours for your local store can be found by using our store locator." What Happens Next While most grocery stores remain open on Memorial Day, most national banks and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed for the federal holiday. That means packages and mail could be delayed, and most banking institutions will be limited to only digital services. The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq, and bond markets also close on Memorial Day.
Miami Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Is Aldi open on Memorial Day 2025?
There's a reason consumers are loyal to Aldi, despite its limited inventory and selection of lesser-known brands that, for some customers, can be a bit off-putting. Aldi is known for its remarkably low prices. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Customers who need to save money on groceries know that they can rely on Aldi for a selection of affordable products. Related: Costco members angry over very personal product change The private-label brands Aldi sells make up more than 90% of the store's inventory. But customers who are willing to give up the fancy packaging associated with national brands can save big. Aldi is still trying to carve out a name for itself in the grocery retail space. Aldi has a presence in 38 U.S. states and a total store footprint of over 2,100 locations. But it's working on a major expansion. Related: Trader Joe's makes a customer service decision Costco won't The company announced earlier this year that it plans to open 225 new stores in 2025. And the ultimate goal is to add another 800 stores to its lineup by the end of 2028. Not only is Aldi opening more stores, but it's also branching out into new markets. The company recently opened its first two stores in the Las Vegas area. A number of major retailers have made the decision to close on Memorial Day. Costco, for example, will not be opening to customers that day. But many retailers understand that customers want to shop on Memorial Day, whether to stock up for the week or buy last-minute items for their holiday barbecues. So a good number of retailers are staying open on Monday but operating with different hours. Related: Growing retailer's return policy beats Costco's by a mile Aldi is one of them. Although Aldi will be open for Memorial Day 2025, it will have limited hours that may vary by location. Customers looking to shop at Aldi on Monday should contact their local stores to see when they open and close. More retail: Walmart CEO sounds alarm on a big problem for customersTarget makes a change that might scare Walmart, CostcoTop investor takes firm stance on troubled retail brandWalmart and Costco making major change affecting all customers Other major retailers that plan to remain open on Memorial Day include: CVSDollar TreePublixTrader Joe'sWalgreensWalmart All told, Aldi closures are rare, but the supermarket chain doesn't open to the public on the following days: New Year's DayEaster SundayThanksgiving Day Christmas Day In addition to Memorial Day, Aldi offers limited hours on July 4, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
