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NRF’s Latest Holiday Report Paints a Pretty Picture for Retail
"This is historic," said NRF's Katherine Callen, though "those comps may be hard to match" in the future.
Will December’s Job Growth Last? Omicron Might Hold the Answer
The private sector added 807,000 jobs in December, new data shows.
Macy’s, Walmart, Armani React as Omicron Sends Covid Cases Soaring
Though all indicators suggest Omicron produces a milder illness than previous variants, hospitalizations are…
NRF Boosts Health Protocols for Annual Convention
The NRF said that for its upcoming annual convention in New York City, it is working with local, state and…
Omicron, Inflation Cloud Retail Outlook for 2022
Many experts believe the supply chain tensions that have added to the cost of goods are beginning to show…
Here’s Why Retailers Can Stop All That Discounting
We’re closing out a year that saw stores cautiously open with pandemic protocols, then saw doors open wide…
Clothing Store Sales Climb in November Amid Muted Retail Growth
"We believe that holiday sales this year could grow as much as 11.5 percent over 2020," NRF president and CEO…
Retail Imports to Show Record Growth for 2021
Despite the double-digit import growth for the year, monthly totals have settled to single-digit gains, a…
NRF Stays Bullish for Holiday and Addresses COVID-19, Crime
The big trade organization was encouraged that the level of shopping seen during the five-day Thanksgiving to…
Data Points to Ho-Hum Holiday, Consumer Confidence Wanes
The NRF said 179.8 million people made purchases in-store and online over the holiday weekend, down from…
Experts Break Down What Consumers Will Be Buying This Week
Here's what to expect as holiday shopping swings into full gear on Black Friday.
Nordstrom, Lululemon, Louis Vuitton Stores Looted in Brazen Bedlam
The escalating "flash mob" thefts come as retail gears up for the year's busiest shopping week.
What’s the Modern Recipe for Shopping Holidays Win?
Brands should bet on a strong omnichannel approach for the holiday season, versus banking on any one day…
NRF Applauds Court Stay on Gov’t Vaccine Mandate
Several trade organizations representing millions of workers filed a lawsuit against the government's…
H&M Supreme Court Case Has NRF, Justice Department Picking Sides
The NRF and California Fashion Association fear a decision against H&M could embolden and incentivize…