Updated: Economic and Retail Experts Warn Tariffs Could Slow Sales Growth in 2025
Companies, trade groups, and economists react to the new Trump administration tariffs announced Wednesday, including how they could…
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Holiday Spending Still on Track for Steady Growth
The expectation from The National Retail Federation comes amid ‘mixed signals’ in recent jobs and GDP data.
Press Releases November 7, 2024NRF Expects Steady Sales Growth for 2024 Holiday Season
A primary contributor of overall retail sales growth is expected from online shopping.
Press Releases October 16, 2024
Fed Could Lower Interest Rates This Year, According to NRF
Economy is still growing, but could be slowing enough for Fed to lower interest rates this year, says…
Press Releases August 2, 2024
Economy is in ‘Critical Moment,’ According to NRF
National Retail Federation Chief Economist says Fed has time to wait on interest rates.
Press Releases July 9, 2024
Consumers Remain ‘Willing to Spend’ Even as Growth Slows
Core retail sales were up 3.8% unadjusted year-over-year for the first four months of the year, according to…
Press Releases June 4, 2024
NRF Says Economy Remains ‘Sturdy’ Despite Forecast for Slower Growth
NRF Chief Economist says the economy should continue to do well the remainder of this year.
Press Releases April 4, 2024
NRF Economist Says Labor Market and Interest Rates Will Play Major Roles in 2024
NRF’s Monthly Economic Review, said the economy “has been more resilient than expected” and shows “no sign of…
Press Releases February 2, 2024
NRF Economist Says 2023 Economy Has Seen ‘Vigorous Growth’
The economy has proven to be healthy even as it continues to slow, according to NRF's Monthly Economic…
Press Releases December 8, 2023
