NRF to Biden: Please fix the supply chainThe National Retail Federation is formally asking the Biden administration to address U.S. port congestion challenges. Study: ‘Buy-now-pay-later’ usage set to explodeA new study from Juniper Research forecasts a bright future for flexible buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) online payments. Survey: Don’t overlook the importance of phone calls A new survey of 500 U.S. consumers indicates that a good old-fashioned phone conversation goes a long way in making a sale. Consumer sentiment rebounds in early June Consumer sentiment in the United States rose in early June. Survey: Gen Z consumers trust Instagram influencers Gen Z consumers show particular interest in Instagram when it comes to social media influencer content. U.S. online sales forecast revised upward E-commerce is on track to surpass 20% of total U.S. retail sales by 2024. Study: Online order volumes drop, but remain above pre-pandemic levels Despite some fluctuations, overall online order volumes are still considerably higher compared to pre-pandemic levels. Amazon teams up with National Safety Council to address workplace injuries Amazon is going on the offense against workplace injuries. NRF: Consumers want omnichannel convenience, social responsibility Retailers must adapt to a new breed of “citizen shoppers” who desire the flexibility of omnichannel shopping, but also expect retailers to stand for something. Retail sales to exceed $4.44 trillion in 2021, as NRF revises annual forecast upward The National Retail Federation has revised one of its most closely watched forecasts upward as consumer spending accelerates. First Previous 155 156 157 158 159 Next Last
