National Retail Federation (NRF)

Retail sales edged up in June as consumers continued to shop. 

The “underlying strength” of the U.S. economy is keeping it moving forward.

While a tentative contract agreement has been reached at West Coast ports, that doesn’t mean supply chain disruptions are over.

Retail sales rose again in May as consumers continued to spend despite economic challenges.

A tentative agreement on a new six-year contract has been reached between unions and employers at West Coast ports.

Legislation to address credit card “swipe” fees has been reintroduced in Congress.

Although economic indicators are giving conflicting signs, the nation does not appear to be in a recession and should be headed toward a soft landing from inflation and high-interest rates.

As contract talks drag on, tensions are rising at West Coast ports.