Annemarie Conte

Annemarie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter, dives into the intricate world of tariffs and their surprisingly muted impact on product prices. She reveals findings from a methodical 60-day price tracking of 40 products, noting why price increases haven’t hit yet but are expected as shopping seasons ramp up. Annemarie also shares smart strategies to avoid hefty customs bills when ordering online, helping consumers navigate the evolving landscape of tariffs and make informed purchasing choices.

Annemarie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter and expert in consumer-product pricing, shares her insights on the upcoming holiday shopping season. She highlights how tariffs are causing gradual price increases, cautions against waiting for discounts on Black Friday, and emphasizes that retailers are inflating pre-sale prices. Additionally, she recommends practical strategies like buying refurbished items, making gift lists early, and ordering ahead of time to avoid shipping delays. Stay savvy this holiday season!

Annemarie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter, shares insider tips on smart shopping at dollar stores, revealing which items are worth the buy. Chantal Fernandez from The Cut dives into the buzz around dupes, particularly focusing on the rise of Quince as a game-changer in affordable fashion. Together, they discuss consumer behaviors and strategies behind navigating the evolving landscape of budget shopping in a world of rising prices and online hype.

Join Annemarie Conte, Deputy Editor at Wirecutter, as she dives into the chaotic world of returned goods. She shares her wild experience purchasing a 450-pound pallet filled with a mix of treasures and trash, uncovering shocking truths about the secondary market. Learn why many returns don't make it back to shelves, the staggering growth of return-related sales, and how liquidation works. Annemarie even investigates the surprising contents of her pallet, revealing a mix of usable goods and the realities of consumerism.

Ken Belson, a New York Times sports reporter and author, joins the conversation to reveal the NFL's transformation into a cultural titan. He discusses the unique elements that make football a TV powerhouse and the impact of celebrity fans on its viewership. Annemarie Conte from Wirecutter shares insights on Black Friday shopping, detailing how they sift through countless deals to find genuine bargains. She also highlights shifting strategies and categories for this year's sales amidst economic challenges.