Weak economy means it’s a freebie nation

Courtesy MSNBC.com: Business  Fri, 03/12/2010 - 10:26

Server Sara Perez delivers a tray of meals as patrons take advantage of the Denny's free Grand Slam Breakfast national giveaway last month in Tempe, Ariz.Whether it's to boost sagging business or attract customers to a new product, there seems to be a freebie fad going on.

That's a boon for budget shoppers and can be good for companies too.



 

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