Tag: retail
Census Data Shows Retail Sales Grew in March Amid Early Easter, Bigger Tax Refunds,...
The Census Bureau said overall retail sales in March were up 0.7% seasonally adjusted from February and up 4% unadjusted year over year. That compared with increases of 0.9% month over month and 2.1% year over year in February.
Retail Industry Continues to be the Largest Private Sector Employer
The retail industry supported 55 million full-time and part-time jobs in 2022, accounting for 26 percent of total US employment, according to a new report released by the National Retail Federation.
Humanely Mitigating the Impact of Homelessness on Retail Stores
Large retailers in hard-hit cities are closing shops due to the sharp rise in homeless individuals nearby. Read more in this article.
2023 Holiday Sales Grew 3.8% to Record $964.4B
US Census Bureau data shows that core retail sales during the 2023 holiday season grew 3.8% over 2022 to a record $964.4 billion.
NRF Economist Says 2023’s Consumer Spending Growth is ‘Not Necessarily Sustainable’ in 2024
Consumers spent more than expected amid high inflation and interest rates during 2023, though spending is now expected to slow in 2024.
The Intersection of Interviewing and Innovation
Technology has impacted investigative interviewing. In this article, learn more about its current limitations while also embracing the opportunities it can create.
Invasion of the Retail Robots
With AI and machine learning finally living up to the potential promised for decades, there is a new kind of LP technology growing in popularity that can help with everything from guarding to inventory control and curbside delivery: robots.
Census Says Retail Sales Grew Year Over Year in October But Growth Continued to...
Retail sales kept up a long streak of year-over-year gains in October even though the rate of growth continued to slow, finds NRF.
LPF Webinar Focuses on Customizable Compliance
Sign up now for a free webinar from the LPF and Agilence that explores the potential of simplifying and enhancing your business's store audit process.
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.