NRF warns of ‘full effects of a trade war’Retailers continue to register their opposition to the proposed tariffs on Chinese goods, with the first round ($34 billion) set to take effect beginning 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time, on Friday, July 6. May retail sales jumpConsumers were in a spending mood in May as sales rose more than expected amid a robust labor market. Retailers welcome ports contract as ‘good news’ It appears that retailers’ holiday shipments will not be disrupted by labor disputes for the next few years. Retailers back legislation that reins in tariffs The National Retail Federation is backing legislation that could strike an appropriate balance in trade policy, and ward off a trade war. Retailers welcome Supreme Court ruling on patent trolls The National Retail Federation welcomed a U.S. Supreme Court ruling issued Tuesday that it says will help stop patent trolls. Easter retail forecast is sunny Shoppers are gearing up for the Easter holiday. NRF: Retail sales inch up in February February retail sales inched up 0.3% seasonally adjusted over January and 4.4% year-over-year as the economy continued to grow, according to the National Retail Federation. Big gain in retail jobs February saw a significant uptick in jobs in the retail industry. Outlook for U.S. sales is robust Stronger consumer confidence could make 2018 a strong year for retailers. Retail jobs up by 11,000 in January Apparel and accessories stores led the industry in hiring in January. First Previous 24 25 26 27 28 Next Last
