Retail sales jump in July as consumers increased their spending In some unexpected good news for the economy, retail sales bounced back in July and came in above estimates. Steiner + Associates appoints new EVP of developmentGavin Thomas, who headed Indianapolis’s Bottlworks District project, heads to Columbus. Consumer confidence edges up in July Consumer confidence in July was mixed, with consumers feeling a bit more optimistic about the future but worred about present conditions. Judge rejects rejects Visa, Mastercard $30 billion swipe fee settlement A U.S. judge overseeing a $30 billion preliminary swipe-fees settlement between Mastercard, Visa and retailers formally rejected the settlement on Tuesday. Retail sales show steady performance in May Retail sales continued following generally moderate growth patterns in May 2024. NRF: Retail sales jump in May; largest month-over-month gain in over a year Retail sales rose significantly, showing strong increases both month over month and year over year, as consumers continued to spend and drive growth. eBay to stop accepting American Express eBay shoppers will soon no longer have American Express cards as a payment option. NRF: Consumers still spending despite inflation Shoppers are still willing to buy in the face of cost increases and slowing wage increases. Shein reportedly seeks NRF membership to help U.S. IPO Shein is reportedly trying to join the retail industry's largest trade association as it pursues regulatory approval to go public here. Container imports surging on all three coasts Inbound cargo volume is surging — with no letup in sight. First Previous 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
