Insight Report 3 minutes PremiumFather’s Day 2017: The Impact on US Retail Coresight Research June 8, 2017 Executive Summary Spending for Father’s Day, which falls on June 18 this year, is expected to reach a record high of $15.5 billion in 2017—the highest total since the National Retail Federation (NRF) first began surveying consumers about the holiday 15 years ago, yet much lower than the total spent on Mother’s Day of $23.6 billion. According to the NRF, average spending per person for the occasion is forecast to be $134.75 this year, up from $125.92 last year. Top gift choices for Father’s Day this year include dining experiences, clothing and gift cards. Department stores will see the majority of Father’s Day shoppers. Some 33% of smartphone owners will research gift ideas on their device, yet only 18% will use it to make a purchase. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Holiday 2023: US Retail Wrap-Up—Strong Performance in E-Commerce and Clothing Sectors Drives GrowthEarnings Insights 3Q23, Week 2: Crocs, CVS and Colgate-Palmolive Report Strong Results; Carter’s, Clorox, Estée Lauder and VF Corporation See Sales DeclineEarnings Insights 4Q23, Week 4: Gildan Activewear, Sprouts Farmers Market and Walmart See Strong Sales Growth; The Home Depot Sees a DeclineUS Mass Merchandisers, Warehouse Clubs and Discount Stores—Retail 2024 Sector Outlook: Slower Growth; Stronger Focus on Essentials