CFOs Review Holiday Promotions as Consumer Spending Cools

Retail CFOs look to lure shoppers during the busy holiday season as consumers are pulling back

Nov. 19, 2023 9:00 am ET

New economic data last week showed the resilient U.S. consumer may finally be beginning to crack. Photo: Jeenah Moon/Bloomberg News

Companies are looking for new ways to entice holiday shoppers while consumers are spending less at stores and the economy is cooling.

“It’s our Super Bowl,” said Tapestry finance chief Scott Roe, referring to the holiday season. This means the owner of Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman is looking to attract shoppers, but Roe, who also serves as the company’s chief operating officer, said the company plans to be disciplined with any promotions. 

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