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NRF Says 2023 Economy Has Seen Vigorous Growth Despite Recent Slowdown
After a year of challenges, the economy has proven to be healthy even as it continues to slow, according to National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
New CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Offers More Accurate Look at Retail Sales
The CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor uses actual, real-time debit and credit card purchase data to provide more accurate and timely insights into retail sales activity across all US sectors, categories, and markets.
NRF Foundation Announces Top 5 Finalists for Next Generation Scholarship
The NRF Foundation has announced the five undergraduate finalists for the NRF Foundation Next Generation Scholarship. Read more in this article.
2023 Holiday Spending Will Reach Record Spending Levels
The NRF is forecasting that holiday spending will reach record levels during November and December, growing between 3 and 4 percent over 2022.
Top Retail Executives Will Speak at NRF 2024
NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show is bringing together more than 6,200 brands from around the globe for learning, collaboration, and discovery.
NRF Joins Congressional Leaders and Retailers in Support of Legislation to Curb ORC
In honor of Fight Retail Crime Day, more than 73 retail brands signed a letter to congressional leaders in support of the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2023.
NRF to Host ‘Fight Retail Crime Day’ Press Conference with Congressional Leaders
NRF is declaring October 26 Fight Retail Crime Day, and is convening retailers in Washington, D.C., to advocate for passage of the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act.Â
Consumers Will Spend Nearly $900 to Celebrate the Winter HolidaysÂ
Those celebrating the winter holidays expect to spend $875 on average on gifts, decorations, food, and other key seasonal items.
Import Cargo Slowing Along with Spending Growth
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports has already hit its expected peak for the year and should gradually slow headed into the holiday season.
“Optimistically Risky” Retail Holiday Season Forecasts
The global retail industry will remain resilient for the foreseeable future. In 2023, it will cross over $30 trillion and by 2026, the projections are for 76% of shopping to be in physical stores.