l Consumers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will be opting for convenience over price and value for the holidays, according to a survey from consultant company Deloitte. Deloitte surveyed 933 lower New York state, New Jersey and Connecticut consumers. The poll indicated that consumers will be more willing to spend for the holidays, with 31% of Tri-State consumers saying they would spend more frugally this year, compared to 36% in 2002. The majority of respondents—54%—said they plan to...