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Americans shell out billions to celebrate Fourth of July

Matt Rosenberg
| Thursday, July 4, 2019 11:29 a.m.
Americans will spend billions on food, drinks and fireworks this fourth of July.

What do holidays cost?

OK, so the Fourth of July is not exactly Christmastime, but we do our fair share of spending, anyway.

Research shows Americans will spend nearly $10 billion on various Fourth of July festivities, from barbecues to fireworks.

About $1.6 billion will be spent on beer and wine, with $1 billion spent on beer alone.

Here is a look at how Americans will empty their pockets this week:


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