Economic Crunch Hitting Santa Clause, as Children No Longer Play with Toys

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Professional Santa Claus jobs in the United States have dropped sharply this Christmas season, with listings down 35 percent from 2024, according to CBS data citing Revelio Labs. Malls and retailers are cutting holiday budgets as foot traffic declines, leaving many professional Santas without work during what is normally their busiest period. The remaining positions are more selective, increasingly requiring real beards...