St. Patrick’s Day spending to hit record $7.2BTwo new surveys suggest retailers will be seeing green this St. Patrick’s Day. Import cargo volume returning to normal amid efforts to minimize impact of attacksThe supply chain is adjusting to ongoing Houthi rebel attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea. Inflation, interest rates remain key to economy, says NRF economist Inflation and the Federal Reserve’s efforts to bring it under control will continue to play a major role in the economy this year. Retail sales cooled in January after strong December U.S. retail sales fell more than expected in January amid cold weather and after robust holiday shopping in December. NRF: January retail sales are ‘great’ start to new year Consumers kept shopping in January. NRF: Imports rising despite Red Sea attacks Despite military tensions in the Red Sea, inbound cargo to the U.S. is continuing to rise. NRF: With no sign of recession, labor market, interest rates key to economy in 2024 Consumer spending will continue to grow in 2024, but at a rate slightly below overall GDP growth. NRF: Valentine's Day spending estimated at $185 per person Valentine's Day spending records are expected for jewelry, flowers, clothing and an evening out. NRF 2024 Recap: The AI Age is here There was one dominant topic of conversation at the NRF 2024 “Big Show,” and it wasn’t the cold, snowy weather. Seen and Heard at NRF 2024 With more than 50 keynote and featured sessions led by industry experts, NRF 2024 more than lived up to its reputation as “Retail’s Big Show. First Previous 14 15 16 17 18 Next Last
