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- 3/24/2025
Consumer confidence falls for fourth consecutive month
Consumer confidence declined again in March as Americans’ outlook about future conditions darkened amid worries about inflation and tariffs. - 3/24/2025
Amazon is most ‘persuasive' brand in U.S., according to YouGov report
An online giant is the most persuasive brand in America. - 3/24/2025
Wayfair launches ‘Verified' program highlighting its ‘most-trusted’ products
Wayfair Inc. has debuted a program that spotlights its “most-trusted” products — items that have been evaluated and selected by Wayfair product specialists for quality and value. - 3/24/2025
Consumer Edge: ‘Value-driven’ shopping reshaping retail industry
Shein and Uniqlo are gaining ground in the fast-fashion space while high-end shoppers are pulling back, and emerging athletic brands are challenging legacy players such as Nike. - 3/23/2025
McDonald’s, Starbucks among world’s 25 most-valuable restaurant brands
A quick-serve giant has displaced a coffee café powerhouse as the world’s most-valuable restaurant brand. - 3/23/2025
First Look: Lids expands HD store concept to Los Angeles area
Lids is expanding a format based on an e-commerce concept it launched in 2022. - 3/20/2025
Specialty apparel retailer heads list of 10 ‘most innovative’ companies in retail
Fast Company's has revealed its 2025 lineup of the 10 “most innovative” companies in retail and only one legacy retailer made the list. - 3/20/2025
Torrid tops estimates, closing 40 to 50 stores; focusing on enhancing product
Torrid Holdings Inc. reported better-than-expected holiday quarter earnings and revenue as its continues its store “optimization” strategy. - 3/19/2025
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet tops Yelp’s 50 fastest-growing brands list
Value-driven brands are among the fastest-growing brands in the U.S. as Americans prioritize affordability without sacrificing quality. - 3/19/2025
Five Below to open 150 stores, names marketing chief; focusing on core price points
Five Below reported fourth-quarter earnings that topped Street estimates, offered a mixed outlook going forward and said it is returning its focus to its $5-and-under price points.