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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…

News April 3, 2025

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, 2024

NRF 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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