Retail sales stronger than expected in August as consumers keep spendingConsumers continue to show their resilience in August as retail sales continued to grow, although at a slower rate than earlier in the summer. NRF: Retail sales grew again in August Retail sales increased in August amid ongoing consumer demand and slowing inflation. Import cargo remains elevated ahead of possible strike at U.S. ports The nation’s major container ports are expected to see another busy month in September as concerns rise about a potential labor strike at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports. NRF: June sees moderate rise in retail sales Retail sales increased in June compared to last year, signaling that the economy is “still solid” and that inflation is cooling. NRF: Back-to-school spending to be second-highest on record Back-to-school spending for kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) and college is well underway. Import cargo continues to rise — so do supply chain challenges Monthly inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is continuing to rise despite a variety of supply chain challenges, Cargo import volume at U.S. ports ‘booming’ amid new supply chain challenges The nation’s major container ports are in for a busy summer. 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. 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. First Previous 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
