Strong import cargo volume leads to port backups; strike avoided — for nowImport volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to taper off for the remainder of the year following an extended peak season that has kept docks busy since the spring. NRF: Affordability top of mind for holiday shoppers Consumers' holiday shopping habits will be shaped by affordability this year. NRF: Holiday sales to top $1T for first time; seasonal hiring steady The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects solid year-over-year growth in holiday sales with seasonal spending reaching a new milestone. Import cargo volume starts to slow after drawn-out season The extended peak season at the nation’s major container ports is finally wrapping up. NRF: Core retail sales inch up in September Retail sales edged up in September as consumers continued to spend following a solid back-to-school season. NRF: The list of people shaping retail’s future includes… Seven retail leaders will be celebrated at the NRF Foundation Honors event in New York City on Jan. 10. NRF: Halloween spending to remain strong with slight increase over last year American consumers are still planning to spend on Halloween items this year despite ongoing cost pressures. September could be busiest month of year for import cargo The peak season for import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is not over yet. Retailers oppose NJ law that fines employers with workers on Medicaid A coalition of business groups, including the National Retail Federation, has filed a federal lawsuit to block enforcement of a new law in New Jersey. NRF: Consumers have a lot of back-to-school shopping left It’s been back-to-school season for a while, but many items remain on consumer shopping lists. NRF: Retail sales maintain momentum in July for 10th straight month Mid-summer sales events and early back-to-school deals gave a boost to retail sales in July, which rose for the 10th consecutive month. NRF: Retailers ‘well stocked’ for upcoming holiday season amid new tariffs Retailers brought in goods ahead of new tariffs that went into effect last month, leading to an early peak season for import cargo. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
