In regard to Irish businesses, there are several reductions if you are hoping to get some presents with Christmas, just under a month away.

The value of losses associated with these scam cases rose by 16 per cent, as compared with the second half of 2024, with consumers defrauded on items including cosmetics, electronics, garden tools and concert tickets.

The survey found that nearly three-quarters of consumers have made unplanned purchases during sales, and almost 60 percent later regretted buying the item.

Two thirds of small electronics are not being recycled.

Cybersecurity company ThreatLocker has stepped up its call to remind members of the public to be more vigilant for Black Friday and Cyber Monday