Here's What Consumers Plan to Buy on Labor Day Weekend

A new survey by RetailMeNot shows a shift in spending

Labor Day sales typically focus on big ticket items like appliances and mattresses, while offering a chance to get seasonal apparel and outdoor furniture on the cheap before stores rotate their inventory.

But as inflation has slashed discretionary spending, a RetailMeNot survey of more than 1,000 shoppers shows most plan to focus on the essentials this year.

The coupon company’s Labor Day survey found 59% of respondents will be looking for deals during the holiday weekend and intend to spend an average of $178.

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