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Visa Analysis: Canada Holiday Spending Rises 4.4%
In‑store sales dominate: 88% of total spending happened in-store and 12% online Total e‑commerce sales increased 7% compared to the prior year, reflecting total value of online purchases across all retail categoriesClothing and accessories sales grew 10%, leading all retail segments TORONTO, Dec. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Visa, a global leader in digital payments, today released its annual Retail Spend Monitor from Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA), offering a comprehensive view of Canada’s h
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