$428 Billion in Merchandise Returned in 2020
WASHINGTON — Consumers returned an estimated $428 billion in merchandise to retailers last year, approximately 10.6 percent of total U.S. retail sales in 2020. Of those returns, roughly 5.9
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2020 retail imports may break record despite pandemic
WASHINGTON – Imports seen during 2020 appear to be headed toward a new record despite the coronavirus pandemic, and remain
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NRF welcomes DOL rules clarifying independent contractor status
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation welcomed regulations issued by the Department of Labor today that clearly define the difference
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4 Tips to Get More Sales in 2021
Welcome to 2021. By now, we’ve learned to live with the economic and social impact of the pandemic. Although it’s
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Millennials Revolutionize Buying Homes and Products
Millennials tend to do things a bit differently than previous generations. It includes the way they approach homeownership and what
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U.S. Retail Sales Grew 3.0% This Holiday Season
PURCHASE, N.Y.–According to Mastercard SpendingPulse™, holiday retail sales excluding automotive and gasoline increased 3.0% this expanded holiday season, running from October 11
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Retail Business Influencers and CEOs Share Top Industry Predictions For 2021
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In 2020, the global pandemic disrupted retail supply chains, led companies to fast-track digitization and drove massive shifts
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84 Lumber and Drew Barrymore Award South Carolina Couple for Good Deed
EIGHTY FOUR, PA. – When moving into a new house, many homeowners find small treasures left behind by the previous
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More than 150 Million Plan to Shop on Super Saturday
WASHINGTON – More than 150 million U.S. consumers plan to shop on Super Saturday this year, up slightly from 147.8 million
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Retail imports still strong after setting new records for the holiday season
WASHINGTON – Imports remain strong after setting new records this fall as retailers stocked up both stores and warehouses for
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