U.S. retail sales
Political Stalemate Could Force Federal Shutdown: Week Ahead
An extended US government shutdown could crimp retail sales and impact an expected early start to the holiday…
Retail Sales, Store Closings and Holiday Outlook: What to Know
Data suggests a slowdown in store closures may be reversing course as August's better-than-expected retail…
Culprits Emerge in July’s Retail Sales Slowdown
NRF and Wells Fargo economists dissect July's retail sales report while Placer unpacks the state of mall…
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In-store Sales Rose in July, While BTS Helped Apparel Surge
In-store shopping was 81.9% of total retail sales in July, as year-over-year apparel sales jumped 80% and…
Will First Guaranteed Income Program Save US Retail Sales? Week Ahead
U.S. retail sales rose in June, with many hoping that the trend will continue as governmental benefits such…
Strong Back-to-School Shopping Sales and Then….?
While demand for apparel will continue through the back-to-school season, consumer sentiment could shift to…
Supply Chain ‘Constraints’ Drove May’s Retail Sales Dip
For the first five months of this year, retail sales are already tracking 17.6 percent above the same five…
‘Unprecedented’ Growth: NRF Rewrites Retail Sales Outlook
NRF chief economist Jack Kleinhenz anticipates that the U.S. retail industry will experience its fastest…
Are Consumers Signaling a Slowdown Ahead?
Inflation fears are already on consumers' minds, and while leisure will see spending gains, the same can't be…
Who’s at Risk of Defaulting on Debt ‘Within a Year’?
S&P Global Markets Intelligence's list of 15 public retailers on shaky financial footing shows shifting…
There May Be Good News for Retail Jobs in the Months Ahead
While the April jobs market was a bust, apparel and accessories stores added 10,000 to their ranks and more…
What’s Happening With Retail Foot Traffic in the US and UK
Experts dive into trends popping up in foot traffic data right now.
Mastercard: Department Stores Gained in Strong April Retail Sales
Department store sales grew 9.6% from 2019 levels, while within the e-commerce channel, apparel spend takes a…
How Rising Food Prices Could Jeopardize Apparel Rebound: Week Ahead
A potential drought across the US could impact agriculture and cause a spike in food prices, leaving less…
Here’s What’s Going on With Retail Foot Traffic Right Now
Warmer-than-average temperatures couldn't keep foot traffic from falling in the second week of April, Cowen…