41% of Black Friday savings offer no savings, personal finance website says
With 31 percent of American consumers planning to spend less during the 2024 holiday season compared to 2023, WalletHub, a […]
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Action needed to improve children’s product recall process, consumer group says
The recall process for children’s toys and products needs to improve, Kids In Danger, an organization working on product safety,
Fischer-Price recalls more than 366,000 dumbbell toys due to choking risk to infants
Check to see if your child or grandchild has this toy, take a photo of it, destroy it, and get
What to buy or not buy in May
After fewer deals in March and April, May brings a resurgence in saving opportunities. From May the Fourth to Memorial Day, there are many chances to shop for great deals from the beginning of the month to the end. Check out this guide to learn what to buy in May.
Had a frustrating experience getting an item repaired? Let the FTC know what happened
When trying to get a product fixed, you might have had a big problem. The Federal Trade Commission wants to hear what happened if you recently tried to get a product repaired. The FTC has set up a link for warranty or repair stories. It’s interested in learning about experiences across a range of products – from cars, kitchen appliances, and cell phones to grills and generators.
Facts and figures for the holidays 2023
Millions of people around the world are excited about the holidays. Shopping for gifts, gathering with friends and family, and attending religious events heighten excitement this time of year. Americans are expected to spend between 3 percent and 4 percent more in 2023 than last year, about $957.3 billion and $966.6 billion, according to a survey.
CPSC warns consumers about high-power magnetics in toy sets after a history of injuries and deaths from these products
High-powered magnets are dangerous to kids. About 2,400 cases of magnets being ingested were treated in hospital emergency departments from 2017 through 2021. Seven deaths occurred. When the magnets are swallowed, they can cause perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning, and death.
‘10 worst toys’ for 2023 are dangerous toys to avoid this holiday season, watchdog group says
World Against Toys Causing Harm announced its 51st annual nominees for the “10 Worst Toys” of the year. Although intended for fun and entertainment, many toys contain hidden hazards unnecessarily putting children at risk of harm. Making safe toys needs to be the top priority in the design, manufacture, and marketing of children’s playthings.
What to buy and not buy at Black Friday deals for 2023
Although Black Friday is a few weeks away, you can find lots of deals available so you can start comparing prices now. Like last year, the 2023 holiday sale season started early, with major retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, and Target offering big sitewide events in early October. A difference is this year prices will remain steady through Black Friday.