Budgets/Spending/Market Size

Shrink is on the rise. And so are loss recoveries.

In good news for retailers, consumers are expected to go all out for Mother’s Day this year.

Consumer confidence declined in April as consumers grew more pessimistic regarding the outlook for jobs and the economy even as they grew more confident about current conditions.

A new survey may provide some good news for retailers regarding consumer attitudes toward inflation.

Propelled by foodservice, in-store convenience store sales hit a new record in 2022.

Walmart accounts for the most U.S. grocery dollars, almost twice that of Kroger.

U.S. online shoppers had some luck in March 2023 as the cost of e-commerce decreased for the seventh straight month.

Retailers should fasten their seatbelts for what lies ahead.

The legions of Taylor Swift fans — and the dominance of country music — could give a big boost to Boot Barn, which already ranks as one the nation's fastest-growing retail brands.

The global market for used goods continues to grow, with Gen Z leading the charge.