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The Brief. U.S. consumers are projected to spend a record-breaking $27.5 billion for Valentine’s Day in 2025. Jewelry, a night out, and flowers top the list of most popular gifts. Total spending on gifts for family members is projected to reach $4.3 billion, up from $4 billion in 2024 and in line with 2020’s record of $4.2 billion. One-third (32%) of consumers also plan to purchase gifts for friends this Valentine’s Day, up from 28% last year and the highest in the survey’s history. Roughly 59% of consumers celebrate Valentine’s Day globally. In 2025, US consumers are expected to spend $27.5 billion on Valentine’s Day. Over $6.4 billion was spent on jewelry for February 14th, 2024. Americans between the ages of 35-44 spend the most on their romantic partners. 55% of men in the US will participate in Valentine’s Day According to a National Retail Federation (NRF) 2025 survey, 56% of consumers plan to celebrate Valentine's Day. And they plan to spend $189, on average, for their Valentine this year. The most popular gift categories this year include candy (56%), flowers (40%), greeting cards (40%), an evening out (35%) and jewelry (22%). Across these categories, Americans plan to spend a total of $6.5 billion on jewelry, $5.4 billion on an evening out, $2.9 billion on flowers, $2.5 billion on candy and $1.4 billion on greeting cards. 49% of consumers keep costs at the forefront when purchasing Valentine's Day gifts; Last year, Valentine’s Day spending hit a record high at $14.2 billion dollars. 29% of Valentine's Day spending in 2024 wasn't for a significant other; Valentine's Day Celebration Statistics. What a day to celebrate! Total spending on gifts for family members is projected to reach $4.3 billion, up from $4 billion in 2024 and in line with 2020’s record of $4.2 billion. One-third (32%) of consumers also plan to purchase gifts for friends this Valentine’s Day, up from 28% last year and the highest in the survey’s history. The projected 2025 amount "is up from last year’s $25.8 billion and slightly above the previous record of $27.4 billion set in 2020." Shoppers plan to spend $188.81 on average on the holiday, up from $185.81 in 2024, the NFR survey reported. This year, consumers in the UK are expected to spend £1.37 billion on Valentine’s Day, with a marked increase in spending on personalised gifts, experience-led purchases, and self-care treats. At an average spend of $188.81 per person, the NRF expects that U.S. consumers will end up spending a record $27.5 million for Valentine’s Day in 2025. If accurate, this figure will beat 2024’s spend of $25.8 billion and just barely edge past the previous record holder — 2020 — at $27.4 billion. The most total dollars spent are Jewelry $3.9 billion, Evening Out at $3.5 billion, Flowers $1.9 billion, Candy $1.8 billion and finally Greeting Cards 0.9 billion [1]. Churches celebrating Valentine’s Day. The Lutheran Church and Anglican Church today celebrate Valentine’s Day as a feast. The most popular gift categories this year include candy (56%), flowers (40%), greeting cards (40%), an evening out (35%) and jewelry (22%). Across these categories, Americans plan to spend a total of $6.5 billion on jewelry, $5.4 billion on an evening out, $2.9 billion on flowers, $2.5 billion on candy and $1.4 billion on greeting cards. California’s plan that provides insurance to homeowners who can’t get private coverage needs $1 billion more to pay out claims related to the Los Angeles wildfires. type of Valentine's Day Consumers will spend a record $27.5 billion on Valentine's Day this year, up from $25.8 billion in 2024 and over the previous record of $27.4 billion set in 2020, according to an annual survey from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re in Doha, there’s no better place to celebrate love than at one of its many incredible restaurants. Here are some of the best Valentine’s Day deals and experiences in Doha so you can pick the perfect spot to indulge in love, delicious food, and unforgettable moments. 1. Jamavar Doha Happy Valentine's Day 2025: Indulge in a romantic Valentine's Day celebration with this curated selection of delectable recipes. From savoury dishes to sweet treats, these culinary delights are National Retail Federation: Americans will spend $27.5 billion on Valentine’s Day this year By Rachel DePompa Published : Feb. 10, 2025 at 1:45 PM CST | Updated : 16 minutes ago US consumers will spend an estimated $27.5 billion in 2025, according to a survey from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. That would surpass the previous record of $27.4 billion in 2020 and 2024's total of $25.8 billion. Valentine's Day shoppers will spend an average The Federal Trade Commission reports Americans lost $1.14 billion to romance scams in 2023, more than double the $547 million lost in 2022. shared his experience with CBS 8, revealing that his
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