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Mastercard: ‘Extended’ holiday sales up 3%; home furnishings the big winner
Online spending drove holiday sales this year, fueled by strong performances from the home furnishings and home improvement category.
Consumer confidence down for second consecutive month
Consumers are feeling better about short-term prospects than current conditions.

Nielsen: Most consumers shop across channels

Omnichannel consumption among U.S. consumers increased by 50% during 2020.
Deloitte: Holiday spending mostly flat to date

Increased e-commerce activity and larger transaction values are helping retailers maintain holiday spending levels from 2019.
Vaccine releases boost retail REIT stocks

The release of two vaccines against COVID-19 turned out to be the best Christmas present for retail real estate investment trusts.
Study: Consumers pulling back on holiday grocery spending; virus concerns rise

Sharp spikes in COVID-19 across the country have put a damper on in-store holiday grocery spending.
The retailer with the best holiday curbside service is…

The nation’s largest retail company received top marks among major retailers providing curbside pickup for the holiday season.
Survey: Consumers are unhappy with online shopping

Rising rates of e-commerce may not correspond with increasing customer satisfaction.
Retail sales dip in November as consumers pulled back

Consumers held back on spending in November as virus rates spiked, states imposed retail restrictions and congressional stimulus discussions were gridlocked.
Super Saturday: Here’s what retailers should expect

Super Saturday, Dec. 19, is poised to set an all-time daily record.
Christopher & Banks issues ‘going concern’ warning; weighing options

Christopher & Banks is reviewing its options, including bankruptcy or a sale of the company, as its sales continue to fall amid the pandemic.
NRF: Organized retail crime losses increase 60% in past five years

Organized retail crime is continuing to rise, both in terms of the cases and related losses.