NRF: Negotiate with Canada and Mexico instead of imposing tariffs
“Tariffs are just one tool at the administration’s disposal to achieve a secure border,” says NRF's David French.
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NRF economist: Strong consumer spending, rising economic risks
Uncertainty looms as policymakers in Washington debate key economic policies, according to NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
NRF responds to reciprocal tariffs
NRF has issued a statement about the Trump administration’s plan to impose reciprocal tariffs on all trading partners.
Mercy Beehler joins NRF advocacy team
Beehler, who previously worked at NRF, will oversee the organization’s state and federal policy agenda.
NRF’s Retail Monitor reveals mixed January results
The January numbers follow a robust 2024 holiday season, during which core retail sales grew 4% yearly.
Global Port Tracker forecasts strong imports ahead of rising tariffs
Retailers have accelerated imports of key products, anticipating a possible East Coast/Gulf Coast port strike in January and new tariffs from President Trump.
Industry organizations react to new tariffs imposed by Trump Administration
President Trump said Monday that he would pause tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month, but levies on China were still set to take effect on Tuesday.
Aptos ONE acceleration: AI insights, clienteling, store fulfillment and more coming to the platform in 2025
Software firm commits to its largest R&D spend in company history to fund new capabilities, faster release cycles and unified data model.
NRF: Import cargo to remain elevated in January
“The new contract brings certainty and avoids disruptions, and we hope to see it ratified as soon as possible,” said NRF Vice President Jonathan Gold.
NRF applauds tentative labor agreement for East Coast, Gulf Coast ports
“We are pleased to see the ILA and USMX come to a final agreement on a new contract, as U.S. ports on the East and Gulf Coasts play a critical role in the retail supply chain."
NRF chief economist Kleinhenz notes 2024 ‘ended on a high note’
"The outlook looks promising for 2025.”
NRF: 157 million consumers expected to shop on Super Saturday
"Over half of consumers expect to complete their shopping in the week leading up to the Christmas holiday.”
Sales up in November even as two Thanksgiving weekend days fell in December
Total retail sales were up 0.15% seasonally adjusted month over month and up 2.35% unadjusted year over year in November, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
NRF: Record number of shoppers expected over Thanksgiving weekend
This marks a slight increase from the previous high of 182 million shoppers recorded in 2023, and a significant rise of 18.1 million shoppers compared to five years ago.
NBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows strong retail sales gains in October
“Healthy spending resumed in October as consumers continued to benefit from this year’s job gains and higher wages,” NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Retailers brace for supply chain disruptions amid potential port strikes and tariff hikes
“Neither of these developments is good for retailers, their customers, or the broader economy.”