Smaller firms big on giving
A Dartnell Institute survey of 225 office administrators in the United States and Canada shows smaller firms with under 100 employees are more generous in holiday giving than larger firms. Cash gifts rise to 47 percent, with 34 percent viewing cash as Christmas bonuses and 22 percent as year end bonuses. Overall 57 percent plan some holiday activity for employees, customers, or prospects, with ethics guiding gift value for 44 percent. In Congress, leftover campaign funds may cover Christmas cards, per a Federal Election Commission ruling.
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Toy noise levels raise concern in holiday survey
Chicago study finds many toys exceed safe decibel levels. Decibels vary from 38 to 105 with caps at 70 safe hearing threshold. FDA notes 140 as painful. Consumer groups warn parents to avoid extremely loud toys. officials say federal limits cover only a few hazards and testing all toys is impractical.
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Harrods Christmas Pudding Piles Amid Holiday Rush
London shoppers face a holiday feast at Harrods as 65 000 mince pies 100 000 pounds of beef and 18 000 pounds of chocolates entice buyers. The store aims to push January turnover past last year’s 179 million while 5 000 staff stock 23 acres of dazzling displays and gift ideas. The piece notes enduring favorites like Christmas pudding and Stilton cheese as consumers seek convenience and festive cheer.
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Expensive gifts fuel Yule boom across retailers
Retailers report a strong Christmas season as higher priced items like Cuisinart food processors and video games sell well. Macy’s Sears and Saks note rising demand for quality gifts with weather moods affecting sales. Star Wars toys face mixed results due to production delays and gift certificates as substitutes.
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