Shoppers have returned to shops and malls in encouraging numbers in recent weeks.
There are several likely reasons, including earlier than usual sales and a desire among many to take another step toward normalcy after two pandemic-disrupted holiday seasons.
It’s not like online sales are slumping. Black Friday indoor and online sales both were up double digits from 2021.
Inflation is the big wild card this year for both sellers and buyers.
How are you going about filling your shopping list?
