Industry thought leaders will discuss post-pandemic consumer behavior
54% of consumers will buy their Easter gifts from discount stores, according to an NRF survey
"The underlying fundamentals in the consumer economy remain on solid footing," says NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay
Retailers must have a direct investment in at least three countries to qualify for the ranking
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Consumers who plan to celebrate will spend an average of $192.80, according to the group
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Retailers are well stocked and prepared to meet demand, the group says
The group is forecasting a 6% to 8% sales increase over 2021
"The changes being proposed by the Labor Department will significantly increase costs for businesses," the group says
Senators Chuck Grassley and Cortez Masto have introduced the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act
Retailers sustained $94.5 billion in losses from shrink in 2021, up from $90.8 billion the year prior
“Retail sales were up considerably compared with a year ago even though consumers are more discerning in this economic environment"
The retail advocacy group continues to expect that 2022 retail sales will grow between 6 percent and 8 percent over 2021
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"The most recent research pegs the risk over the next year as about one in three, and it will be touch and go in 2023"
Sales grew 0.9% over March
Consumers are seeking value amid inflation worries, according to a new NRF survey
Sales outlook tops pre-pandemic growth rate
Home furnishings was the standout category.