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  🤯 WE'RE BROKE, BUT WE STILL SPENT $11.8 BILLION?! Black Friday Exposed! 💸 Wait, are we actually supposed to believe that the American consumer is stressed, anxious about job security, drowning in price hikes, yet somehow collectively dropped $11.8 billion on a single Friday? Be serious. My entire feed is “ how to budget in 2025 ” one minute and “ massive unboxing haul ” the next. The cognitive dissonance is so intense I might genuinely short-circuit. Let’s get this straight: Black Friday isn’t about snagging a cheap 50-inch TV anymore. It is a full-blown financial fever dream where, for 24 hours, we all pretend the economy is fine, and the receipts prove we are committed to the fantasy. The numbers are absolutely deranged. Adobe Analytics , the people who stare directly into our digital wallets, confirmed that U.S. shoppers spent a record-breaking $11.8 billion online , a wild 9.1 percent jump from last year. And from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., which is that prime “still in a tur...

Gen Z’s Thrifty Revolution:  Why Teens Are Swapping Malls for Thrift Shops! 🛍️✨ In recent years, shopping malls – once the go-to hangout for teens – have seen a decline in foot traffic. Instead, Gen Z is flocking to thrift stores for reasons that might surprise you and inspire your next shopping trip. Meeting friends at the mall was a teenage staple for decades, but today’s teens and young adults are searching for hidden treasures in thrift shops. While saving money is a key advantage, it’s not the only motivator. Gen Z is embracing thrift stores for sustainability, creative ideas, social connection, and a sense of nostalgia that resonates across their consumer culture. Born between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z is the first generation to grow up in the age of computers and social media. They’ve faced financial challenges and rising costs, making thrift shopping a practical and appealing choice. Despite the convenience of online shopping, Gen Z prefers the in-store experience, allowing the...