Consumer confidence inches higher but….Consumer confidence increased in July, however consumers remain wary about future economic growth. Retail exec bonuses on the rise, reversing five-year trendImproved year-over-year retail growth in 2017 has contributed to a dramatic reversal in payouts for retail executives. Contactless payments to skyrocket The adoption of contactless payments are on the rise, but mobile payments aren’t the top option. Retail rents rise in this market Tenant growth and limited construction have combined for a drop in retail vacancy in Phoenix. Study: In-store spending soars during BOPIS trips Click-and-collect programs may be a convenient service for customers, but the offering is becoming increasingly valuable for retailers. Study: Retailers challenged by higher sales/lower profitability conundrum An in-depth analysis of fourth-quarter 2017 sales results revealed that despite increasing sales, many retailers still face declining gross margin percentages and lower overall EBITDA. eBay lowers full-year guidance Less engaging marketing initiatives took their toll on eBay for the second quarter, an issue that pushed the company to lower its full-year guidance. Online retailers grab more apparel sales Online apparel sales are on the rise, and online-only retailers are increasingly stealing share from other channels. Retail sales post another gain in June Consumers boosted their spending in June, a move that contributed to the fifth consecutive month of retail sales gains. Analyst: Some warning signs in June sales The retail economy ended the first half of the year on a positive note with a strong set of June numbers. Survey: Back-to-school shoppers starting early The back-to-school shopping season keeps kicking in earlier and earlier. Private grocery brands making a comeback Grocers continue to ring up sales across their private brands, but supermarket operators have some challenges ahead. First Previous 93 94 95 96 97 Next Last
