Abercrombie & Fitch Co ANF shares are trading higher by 3.1% to $75.59 going into the close of Monday's session. Shares of retail stocks are trading higher amid holiday sales events including Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Mastercard SpendingPulse data showed U.S. retail sales on Friday increased 2.5% year over year while e-commerce sales rose 8.5%.
What Happened With Black Friday?
During the current period of economic uncertainty, Black Friday saw a significant 8.5% surge in online sales compared to the prior year, as consumers opted for digital deals over crowded stores.
Surprisingly, in-store purchases maintained stability with a modest 1.1% increase, indicating that people still appreciate both online and traditional shopping experiences despite the rise of digital commerce...Read More
Why This Matters To ANF Investors
Despite the rise of online shopping, the stability of in-store purchases with a 1.1% increase signifies that traditional shopping experiences are still valued by consumers.
For companies like Abercrombie & Fitch, maintaining stability in both online and in-store sales can be seen as a positive indicator of consumer engagement and brand loyalty.
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According to data from Benzinga Pro, ANF has a 52-week high of $75.91 and a 52-week low of $21.03.
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