The National Retail Federation expects holiday-season spending to crack $1 trillion for the first time. But the 3.7% to 4.2% year-over-year increase NRF is expecting comes as inflation is trending near 2.7%. and consumer confidence is sliding. Some surveys show Americans aim to spend less this year and, by some accounts, even affluent Americans may be experiencing fatigue. Why This News Matters to Consumers Getty Images Close Key Takeaways Let the cash registers ring. Retailers are working hard to beckon Am ...