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Back-to-School Shopping Is Changing: What That Means for Retailers

Back-to-School Shopping Is Changing: What That Means for Retailers

Posted by FieldStack, August 13, 2026
Back-to-school shopping is one of the biggest retail moments of the year, and this year's numbers tell an interesting story. Families are expected to spend more than ever, but that doesn't mean they're shopping the way they have in the past.

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