CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Sales Slowed in June as Concerns About Tariffs Continued
Retail sales declined in June for the first time since February as consumer concerns over economic policy and trade uncertainty impacted spending across most sectors.
RILA Researches the Underreporting of Retail Theft
Despite official crime stats suggesting retail theft is down, new research shows it's actually rising—underreporting, shifting policies, and strained police resources are masking the true scale of the problem and fueling a misleading public narrative.
Teenagers: Retailers Can’t Live With ‘Em, Can’t Live Without ‘Em
Retailers face rising teen-driven disruptions fueled by social media, prompting calls for stronger security, community partnerships, and balanced policies.
A Conversation with Scott McBride
Having served in the Marines, led Boy Scout troops for years, founded the Mars Area Scouting Association, and as the chief global AP officer and CSO at American Eagle Outfitters, Scott McBride can teach us some lessons on leadership.
AI and Machine Learning in Loss Prevention
Retailers are increasingly turning to AI and machine learning to combat rising shrinkage, as traditional loss prevention methods struggle to keep pace with the growing scale and complexity of retail crime.