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2025 Holiday Sales Expose Deepening Economic Divide

2025 Holiday Sales Expose Deepening Economic Divide

Los Angeles, Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
The 2025 holiday season confirms a “K-shaped” economy: Ralph Lauren shares surged 37% on luxury demand, while Kroger dipped 13%, illustrating a historic divide between affluent and budget-conscious consumers.