Another busy summer predicted for U.S. ports — with a ‘wild card’Consumer demand and the threat of a labor contract dispute will make for another busy month at U.S. ports. Award-winning Dallas mall signs six new tenantsGalleria Dallas, known as the presenter of one of the best Christmas celebrations in mall-dom, has six new presents to offer its loyal shoppers. Mother’s Day spending poised for another record year For the second consecutive year, Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach a new high. Graduation events set for comeback, says Party City Seventy percent of consumers are planning to participate in or attend in-person graduation ceremonies. NRF: February sales slow amid inflation Consumers slowed down their spending in February, particularly online. Lowe’s welcoming spring with omnichannel promotion Spring is in the air at Lowe’s – and will soon be coming to its stores and website. Express swings to Q4 profit; expects momentum to continue in 2022 Express’ fourth-quarter net sales jumped 38.2% to $595 million. Consumers still spending: February sales rise 8.7% Soaring prices did not stop American consumers from spending in February. Neiman Marcus recognizes women via NFTs, partnerships Neiman Marcus Group is recognizing Women’s History Month through a variety of digital and in-person initiatives and collaborations. Walmart to host members-only online sale event For members of Walmart’s paid subscription loyalty program, late February will have a Black Friday-like feel. Chain Store Age will be closed for Presidents Day Chain Store Age will be closed on Monday, Feb. 21 for Presidents Day. We will reopen and resume publication on Tuesday, Feb. 22. Retail sales surge in January to beat estimates Higher prices, omicron and the end of the enhanced child tax credit didn’t stop consumers from spending in January as retail sales rebounded from December, boosted by online and home furnishings. First Previous 62 63 64 65 66 Next Last