Back-to-school shopping brought to you by AI — how Amazon, Google are positioned to win

The rise of AI-assisted shopping during this year's back-to-school season may be an early window into evolving consumer ...

Back-to-school essentials worth shopping for in 2026

Shop smarter for the new school year with back-to-school essentials for 2026, including backpacks, lunch boxes, planners, ...

Back-to-school shopping gets expensive. Here's how families can save

Shopping for school supplies can get expensive. Follow these expert tips from the Better Business Bureau to save money and ...
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10 Back-to-School Supplies Teachers Say Parents Are Wasting Money On

The video catalogs school items that often go unused, highlighting why waiting for an official list can help avoid unnecessary costs. Guidance centers on back-to-school supplies commonly discouraged ...
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Back-to-school shopping? Experts say you’re probably buying more than you need

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Back-to-school shopping is in full swing, and for many families, that means a long list of school ...
Retail Dive

How AI is powering Target’s back-to-school push

The mass retailer is utilizing AI for wish lists and recommended actions on its e-commerce site, Target’s senior vice ...
NerdWallet

2026 Back-to-School Shopping Report: Spending Down, But Costs Add Up

Anticipated back-to-school spending has decreased by $130, on average, since last year, but school year costs and pressure add up, according to NerdWallet’s annual survey. NerdWallet is committed to ...
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When Did Back-to-School Become an $864 Shopping Event?

Back-to-school shopping now means far more than notebooks and pencils. Here's how laptops, clothes, social pressure and rising expectations turned it into an $800-plus event.

Back-to-school shopping expected to cost parents $863.86 in 2026

Finder reports that back-to-school shopping costs are expected to reach $863.86 per family in 2026, with parents bracing for higher prices across categories.