Data & Analytics

Retail sales grew for the sixth month in a row in October, but the pace of growth slowed ahead of the presidential election, rising COVID-19 cases and the lack of a second stimulus.

The Home Depot reported a strong quarter as it continues to benefit from consumers’ increased spending on home improvement projects amid the pandemic.

Kohl’s Corp. swung to a loss in its third quarter as the pandemic continues to impact sales but the retailer still managed to top its own expectations amid online growth.

Claire’s Stores Inc. will develop customized sales forecasting models to help make real estate decisions.

Much of what Black Friday is all about — doorbusters and crowds — is set to change in 2020.

Walmart Inc. reported another strong quarter as its e-commerce sales continued to soar amid the pandemic. 

As the global pandemic continues to wreak havoc, U.S. retailers are having to rewrite the rule book on what it is that will help them thrive this holiday season.

The early start predicted for holiday shopping in the pandemic year of 2020 is happening, according to store traffic counts.

A new survey reveals that holiday shopping has gotten off to an earlier start than usual this year and that cash will definitely not be king this season.

Most Americans have confidence that businesses are implementing recommended cleaning protocols amid COVID-19.