Consumer confidence falls again amid government shutdownConsumer confidence fell to an 18-month low in January amid market volatility and the government shutdown. Public stances by businesses raise risk of consumer boycottsCompanies need to take care of the causes and people they publicly support. What technologies draw customers to stores? Retailers looking to create the “Store of the Future” should include a few key technology offerings. With no Toys ‘R’ Us, toys sales dip The absence of Toys “R” Us from the retail landscape impacted toys sales — but not as much as had been feared. Analysis: Starbucks’ store remodeling efforts paying off Starbucks has kicked off its new fiscal year with a solid set of numbers which show continued momentum in the core U.S. part of the business. Study: Amazon dominates e-commerce branding Amazon is as popular with brands as with consumers, according to a new study. Super Bowl translates into big spending American consumers are once again opening their wallets to celebrate the Super Bowl. U.S. set to lose its position as world’s biggest retail market China’s economy may be slowing, but it is on track to overtake the United States and become the world’s top retail market this year. Fashion, Footwear & Accessories: Outlook for 2019 Here is a forecast from Beth Goldstein, executive director, industry analyst, fashion accessories, footwear, NPD Group, on what the year will bring. Survey: These consumers will pay for fast delivery Everyone appreciates fast delivery, but some demographic groups are more likely to pay for it. First Previous 244 245 246 247 248 Next Last