back-to-school shopping
Coverage of back-to-school shopping in the Nexus archive.
- Families can save up to $2,500 on back-to-school shopping in these states thanks to upcoming tax-free holidays
Families in certain states can save up to $2,500 on back-to-school shopping during an upcoming tax-free holiday. Tax-free shopping begins this week for eligible purchases.
- Back-to-school: How to shop smart and find help if you need it
Cherry Dale of Virginia Credit Union advises families to plan ahead for back-to-school expenses, utilize tax-free weekends, and contact schools for assistance with supplies or clothing. She emphasizes involving children in budget-friendly shopping and suggests part-time jobs for older students to help cover costs.
- Minnesota families plan earlier for back‑to‑school shopping as prices rise and demand grows
Minnesota families are planning back-to-school shopping earlier due to rising prices and demand. National data shows families expect to spend an average of $922 this year, with 47% planning to spend more than last year. Parents are using AI tools for shopping and allowing children to influence purchases, while experts note increased costs driven by classroom technology and social pressures.
- Back-to-school shopping in June? Here’s why you need to start now
A growing share of American families now start buying school supplies in June, shifting the back-to-school shopping window from late August. The early start aims to avoid crowded stores and spread out the shopping process.
- Dell rivals Apple’s MacBook Neo with $699 touch-screen XPS 13 laptop
Dell is launching a $699 touch-screen XPS 13 laptop to compete with Apple’s MacBook Neo. The new Dell model features a high-resolution touch display and a backlit keyboard, timed for the back-to-school shopping season.