| Source | Fox Chicago |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 14, 2026, 6 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 14, 2026, 6 p.m. |
| Original URL | http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/1-4-americans-feel-pressure-spend-valentines-day-many-scaling-back-study |
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#### The Brief
* * One in four Americans feel pressured to spend on Valentine’s Day, and many say it’s become too commercialized and expensive, with spending up 30% in five years.
* Nearly half of couples plan to stay home, and many prefer homemade gifts or simple gestures over costly p...