Cyber Monday

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

By  WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS Updated 9:41 PM EST, November 30, 2025   NEW YORK (AP) — Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday. It’s no secret that buying things online is now a staple of…

Cyber Monday sales expected to bring in billions, say experts

Cyber Monday is November 29, 2021

CNN–It is a big day for online shoppers, Cyber Monday. Sales are expected to hit nearly 11.3 billion dollars. Some retail experts though believe supply chain issues may actually encourage more people to shop in brick and mortar stores instead of online this year. And this year Black Friday online sales were brisk say experts, hitting 8.9 billion dollars. Categories:…

Looking for deals on Cyber Monday? Here are some online safety tips

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Cyber Monday is expected to be one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Instead of hitting the stores, those looking for deals will head online. Experts are sharing some tips you may want to keep in mind when online shopping: Storing credit card information on a site you frequent can be convenient, but also risky…

Shoppers spent big on Black Friday and Cyber Monday: National Retail Federation

New numbers from National Retail Federation on Thanksgiving weekend spending

WASHINGTON (NRF)– It was a big Black Friday and Cyber Monday, retailers ringing in the sales. According to the National Retail Federation, nearly 190 million shoppers spent money and spent a lot if it, from Thanksgiving day to Cyber Monday.  The five day spending is  a record breaker. The NRF reporting a 14-percent increase over spending last year. So how…

Shopping online for gifts? Check out these safety tips

Consumer expert tips on cyber safety

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are shopping online this season, you need to keep some safety tips in mind say consumer experts. According to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs, one tip tip keep in mind, do not use public wi-fi when shopping. Storing credit card information on a site you frequent can be convenient, but also risky if there’s…