Data & Analytics

U.S. consumer spending showed momentum in November as shoppers began holiday shopping in earnest.

Consumer search is at its peak during the month of December, but different categories have their own “holiday rush.”

A fabric and crafts leader is giving customers more style control. 

New technologies are leading to less traditional checkouts at store level.

Staples Canada wants to be known as the “Working and Learning” company.

Under Armour updated its turnaround plan with a new five-year strategy that is banking on its international and direct-to-consumer businesses to put the company back on track in the long-term.

Retailers in malls, shopping centers, and streets will see a 49% lift in foot traffic on Dec. 15, contributing to a 14% year-over-year increase in Christmas traffic, according to a report from Foursquare.

Technology improvements, merchandise excellence, a seamless, omnichannel experience, and a $10 billion stock repurchase plan are priorities as Lowe's heads into the new year.