Imports to See Double-Digit Annual Declines Even as Stores Begin to Reopen
The economic recovery will be gradual and retailers will adjust the amount of merchandise they import, according to…
Press Releases May 8, 2020
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Estimated March Imports Hit Five-Year Low
Declines expected to continue amid pandemic.
Press Releases April 7, 2020
Coronavirus Impact on Imports Expected to be Larger Than Previously Anticipated
Factory shutdowns and travel restrictions in China continue to affect production.
Press Releases March 9, 2020
Retail Imports Settling Down After Year of Tariff Surges
President Trump is scheduled to sign a “Phase One” partial trade deal with China on Wednesday.
Press Releases January 10, 2020
Retail Imports Surging Again Ahead of More Tariffs
New 15 percent tariffs took effect this month and are set to be expanded on Dec. 15.
Press Releases September 10, 2019
Retailers Still Stocking Up Ahead of Possible Tariffs
Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to grow only modestly compared with last year’s…
Press Releases July 10, 2019
Retail Imports Level Off After Rush to Beat Tariffs
The immediate pressure to stock up on merchandise has passed but retailers remain concerned.
Press Releases January 8, 2019
Tariff ‘Wild Card’ Threatens Retail Imports
“More tariffs could come any day," NRF says.
Press Releases September 10, 2018
Retail Imports to Set New Record this Month
Consumers spend as tariffs take effect.
Press Releases July 9, 2018
