With Valentine’s Day spending projected to hit a record this year, how will your spending compare to last year?

Posted online January 28, 2026 | 10:17 am

Not spending on Valentine’s Day 43% | 88 votes

Spend about the same 32% | 65 votes

Spend less 22% | 45 votes

Spend more 3% | 7 votes

_{This poll is not a scientific sampling. It offers a snapshot of what readers are thinking.}

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