Online retailers hope for big "Cyber-Monday"

Augsburg College economist Jeanne Boeh joins Midday to discuss the importance of the retail sector of the US economy, and the condition of the economy generally. Is consumer spending key to a healthy economy?

Guests

• Jeanne Boeh: Professor of economics and co-chair of the department. Augsburg College, Minneapolis.

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• Mall of America claims record Black Friday crowds
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• Banner Black Friday: Sales up 7 percent over 2010
  November 26, 2011
• Target hustles to prepare website, fix wounded pride
  November 25, 2011
• Shoppers open wallets for early Black Friday
  November 25, 2011

Resources

• about Jeanne Boeh