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Motley Fool Money
Holiday Spirit and Animal Spirits
Nov 28, 2023
Asit Sharma, a Motley Fool analyst, provides insights on Cyber Monday results, showcasing robust consumer spending and discussing Shein's upcoming IPO in 2024. He also highlights Weight Watchers' strategic pivot to include weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp tackle listener queries on investing strategies, such as letting winning stocks run and optimizing personal finance with HSAs over FSAs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of gratitude during the holiday season, linking it to a positive mindset in investing.
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- Consumer spending on Cyber Monday exceeded $12 billion, reflecting a positive US economy and consumer propensity to spend.
- Chinese fast fashion company Shein's potential IPO in 2024 raises concerns due to regulatory scrutiny and sustainability issues.
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Cyber Monday Spending Hits $12 Billion
According to Adobe analytics, consumers spent over $12 billion on Cyber Monday, up almost 10% from the previous year. The strong consumer spending on Cyber Monday is attributed to the positive state of the US economy, tight labor market, and the propensity of consumers to spend.
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