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CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows February Sales Were Down Amid Tariff Concerns
Retail spending declined on a monthly basis in February amid concern over tariffs, but continued to grow year over year as the economy remained strong.
NRF Chief Economist Says Data ‘Remains Strong’ But Public Policy Uncertainties ‘Blur the Economic...
Strong economic performance seen in 2024 is expected to carry over and influence growth this year, but there is a wide range of uncertainty as the White House and Congress make decisions that will impact the economy.
Census Data Shows Slower Retail Sales in January, but the Economy Is Still Expanding
The Census Bureau said overall retail sales in January were down 0.9% seasonally adjusted month over month but up 4.2% unadjusted year over year.
January Retail Monitor Shows Sales Dropped from Busy December, but Saw Strong Gains Year-Over-Year
Shoppers spent less in January than they did during the busy holiday month before but retail sales had strong year-over-year gains nonetheless.
Valentine’s Day Spending Projected to Reach Record $27.5B
The amount is up from last year’s $25.8 billion and slightly above the previous record of $27.4 billion set in 2020.
The LPRC Gives ‘Em Something to Talk About at 2025 Kick-Off Meeting
Over 150 retailers and solution providers gathered on the 101st floor atop the Hudson Yards building to collaborate, educate, and network.
NRF Says Holiday Season Was a Notable Success as ‘Consumers Came Out to Spend’
Data released by the US Census Bureau shows that core retail sales during the 2024 holiday season grew an unexpectedly high 4% over 2023 to a record $994.1 billion, coming in ahead of the National Retail Federation’s forecast.
5 Takeaways from the 2025 NRF Big Show
Tony D'Onofrio shares his tip five takeaways from the National Retail Federation's 2025 Big Show in New York City.
NRF Chief Economist Says 2024 ‘Ended on a High Note’
Economic growth withstood inflation, high interest rates, and other challenges in 2024 and is expected to continue showing strength in 2025, according to National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
Census Data for November Shows Holiday Spending ‘Clearly on Track’ to Meet NRF’s Forecast
Retail sales remained strong in November, with data from the US Census Bureau and NRF showing solid growth despite the late timing of Thanksgiving, supporting expectations for a successful holiday season.