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‘Pressures Are Indeed Mounting’ from Iran War, Says Port of Long Beach CEO
While the conflict has not impacted port volumes, NRF's Jon Gold warns smaller retailers and consumers face a…
Trump’s Section 122 Tariffs Challenged in Court as Consumer Sentiment Reaches Record Low
The Court of International Trade heard oral arguments against the president's most recent tranche of tariffs…
Job Concerns, Shoe Price Hikes and Shaky Consumer Suggests Slower Sales on the Horizon
As oil prices impact spending at the gas pump, jobs become harder to find and income expectations decline…
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Afterpay unveils its latest trend report for spring and summer spending this year.
The Trickle Down From Gas Prices to Fashion Retail
The war in Iran and the attendant disruption in the oil market have sent shock waves through the global…
Could Timing of Fed Rates Moves Indicate Where Shoe Prices Are Headed?
With the Federal Reserve cutting U.S. interest rates now expected in September, DeVere Group CEO said…
Larger Retailers Are Launching Their Own Beauty Brands, While the Luxury Fashion Market Gap Widens
Listrak's latest fashion, beauty and retail report gives predictions of what is set to unfold for the…
Larger 2026 Tax Refunds Could Benefit Sneaker Sales in February
Larger U.S. tax refunds could give sneakerheads a windfall just in time for "high-heat launches" in February…
3,000 Consumers Sound Off on Athletic Footwear Brand Preferences: Who Came Out on Top?
Nike, Adidas, Puma, New Balance top many categories in new UBS global survey that includes brand awareness…
Consumers Bring ‘Scrimp and Splurge Mentality’ in 2026
Shoppers have been holding up despite macroeconomic uncertainty, but Kearney's Katie Thomas sees a more…
Weak Consumer Demand, Tariff Turmoil Set the Stage for 2026
Weakening consumer demand and uncertain trade policy are two of the biggest macro-level challenges the…
With Black Friday Sales In Full Swing, Shoe Retailers Hope to Attract Shoppers With Deep Discounts
Shoe retailers began offering Black Friday specials early, following the general retail trend to get…
NRF Holiday Forecast: 2025 Spending Will Surpass $1 Trillion for First Time
NRF said 2025 holiday retail sales will grow between 3.7 and 4.2 percent over last year's levels, reaching…
Secondhand Luxury Platform Reklaim Expands Onto Amazon Luxury Stores
The recommerce platform is looking to become one of the leading destinations for pre-owned watches.
Holiday Shoe Purchases Will Center on Sneakers and Boots
While shoes aren't as popular as apparel when it comes to holiday gifts, some consumers are still planning to…