NRF: Consumer returns will exceed $800 billion in 2022Merchandise returns are showing trends that retailers should like. Super Saturday to draw 158 million shoppersA record number of shoppers are expected to turn out on Super Saturday, Dec. 17, which falls eight days before Christmas this year. Imports winding down; West Coast labor dispute ongoing The major U.S. container ports are headed into what is expected to be a major slowdown after another very busy and challenging year. NRF: GDP growth slows but consumer spending remains positive Consumer spending should remain strong even as its rapid pace continues to slow. Mastercard: September U.S. retail sales sizzle Retail sales grew by double digits, both online and offline, in September 2022, according to the latest Mastercard SpendingPulse data. NRF: Consumers still spending; a recession would likely be ‘mild’ Concerns about high inflation and the Federal Reserve interest rate hikes intended to bring it under control, haven’t stopped consumers from spending. Indicators disagree on whether U.S. in a recession NRF: Economy strong enough to ‘keep a recession at bay’ A leading retail association has reaffirmed its confidence in the U.S. economy. Gen Z and millennials have more complex path to purchase Retailers targeting customers under 40 need to offer a robust omnichannel experience. NRF: Economy slowing, but recession unlikely — in ‘near term’ The good news for retailers is that the nation is unlikely to enter into a recession during the remainder of 2022. First Previous 22 23 24 25 26 Next Last
