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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

September Import Cargo to Remain Elevated Ahead of Possible Port Strike

September is forecast at 2.31 million TEU, up 14% year over year.

Press Releases September 10, 2024
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CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Retail Sales Grew in March

The growth happened amid wage gains and easing inflation for goods.

Press Releases April 12, 2024
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CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Numbers Show Retailers Had Strong Holiday Season

Total retail sales for all of 2023 were up 5.32% over 2022 and core retail sales were up…

Press Releases January 10, 2024
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Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Sees Record Number of Shoppers

The figures surpassed NRF’s initial expectations by more than 18 million.

Press Releases November 29, 2023
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2023 Holiday to Reach Record Spending Levels 

National Retail Federation Chief Economist says “consumers remain in the driver’s seat, and are resilient.”

Press Releases November 3, 2023
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NRF CEO: Consumers are “Catching Their Breath” When it Comes to Spending

NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay tackled organized retail crime, inventory levels, and what he’s hearing from retailers…

News October 25, 2023
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Retail Sales Grew in September, Core Year-Over-Year Gains Are Slowing

NRF Chief Economist says the consumer is still healthy, and households are forging ahead with plenty of buying…

Press Releases October 17, 2023
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Retail Sales Grew Again in August Despite Slowing Economy

Parents shopped for school supplies and other goods even as inflation continued and interest rates remained high, the…

Press Releases September 14, 2023
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