Survey: E-commerce set to soar for the holidaysA new survey indicates online will remain the primary channel for Americans to complete their holiday shopping in 2021. Back-to-school spending will hit all-time highThe National Retail Federation expects consumers to spend record amounts for both school and college supplies as students prepare to return to in-person classrooms. Report: Center traffic in U.S. has risen 55% in 2021 Nationwide, the traffic flowing into stores, restaurants, and entertainment centers has risen by 55% since the start of the year. Target to offer tax-free weekends, goods under $10 for back-to-school Target Corp.’s back-to-school plans include a big emphasis on affordability. 7-Eleven franchisees report chronic understaffing — despite wage hikes Wage increases have not helped solve staffing shortages at 7-Eleven stores. Visa: Spending momentum continues but uneven across U.S.; strongest in West Consumer spending remained solid in June, with a majority of consumers spending more than they one year ago. CGP forecasts ‘phenomenal’ increase in back-to-school sales Retailers can expect “warp-speed” growth in back-to-school sales this year. Mastercard: Retail sales in June up 11% year-over-year and 10.4% over 2019 U.S. retail sales continue to heat up, with June marking the ninth consecutive month of total retail sales growth. Digital sales gain momentum despite aging e-commerce platforms A new retailer survey indicates that successful retailers are focusing on digital channel sales, but may not be staying current with their technology. Report: Malls are within striking distance of 2019 traffic levels Placer.ai’s latest mall index indicates that traffic in enclosed shopping centers during June was only eight percentage points off June 2019. First Previous 58 59 60 61 62 Next Last
