Construction materials prices inch down in NovemberConstruction materials prices declined month-over-month in November, but still remain at elevated levels. Bad customer experiences cost businesses $200 billion-plus annuallyA poor in-store experience can have a major cost impact on a business. Adobe: Cyber Week discounts drive down online prices Holiday deals at the end of the month helped reduce online inflation for U.S. consumers in November. Amazon wins Cyber Weekend, capturing nearly 18% of all sales Some retailers performed better than others over Black Friday and the three days that followed (Cyber Weekend.) PREIT: Malls benefit when located near military centers — here’s why Military installations can have a major impact on local businesses — including shopping malls. Consumer confidence falls again in November Rising gas prices took a bite out of consumer confidence in November. Dollar General to open 1,050 stores in 2023; Q3 earnings fall amid higher costs Dollar General’s third-quarter sales rose 11.1% but costs took a bite out of the company’s earnings. NRF: GDP growth slows but consumer spending remains positive Consumer spending should remain strong even as its rapid pace continues to slow. NRF: Thanksgiving weekend shoppers set new record; in-store shopping up 17% The long Thanksgiving weekend brought out a record number of shoppers — with a noticeable uptick of in-store shoppers. Deloitte: Thanksgiving weekend shopping looks strong; spending to rise 12% A new survey from Deloitte reveals what retailers can expect from shoppers between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. First Previous 34 35 36 37 38 Next Last