Thanksgiving Weekend to See More Holiday Shoppers Than Last Year
WASHINGTON, November 17, 2021 – Nearly 2 million more people than last year are expected to shop from Thanksgiving Day through
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October Retail Sales Grew
WASHINGTON – Retail sales rose in October as many consumers began holiday shopping early to avoid any shortages amid pandemic-driven supply
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NRF Responds to Stay Granted for OSHA Vaccine Mandate
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today issued the following statement regarding the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision
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NRF Joins in Petition to Review OSHA Mandate
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today issued the following statement from President and CEO Matthew Shay regarding the organization’s involvement
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NRF Predicts Highest Holiday Retail Sales on Record
WASHINGTON – Holiday spending has the potential to shatter previous records, as the National Retail Federation today forecast that holiday sales
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Holiday Spending Reflects Continued Consumer Demand
WASHINGTON – Consumers plan to spend $997.73 on gifts, holiday items and other non-gift purchases for themselves and their families this
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September Retail Sales Grew
WASHINGTON – Retail sales increased again in September as worries about the COVID-19 delta variant pushed consumer spending toward merchandise rather
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Retail Imports Remain High
WASHINGTON – Imports at the nation’s largest retail container ports should remain at near-record levels this month but could see a
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Consumer Spending Bigger Indicator of Recovery
WASHINGTON – Despite falling consumer confidence numbers amid the recent rise in COVID-19 infections, shoppers are continuing to spend, National
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Labor Market Will Play Increasing Role in Economic Outlook
WASHINGTON – Strong consumer spending over the past year has been boosted by government stimulus programs but will rely more
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