Retail Sales Rose Sharply in July
Prime Day, back-to-school sales and rising wages drove consumers to shop more.Â
Press Releases August 15, 2023
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NRF Economist Says Growth in Consumer Spending is Slowing
“Consumers are still spending but are under financial pressure and have been adjusting how much they buy while…
Press Releases August 10, 2023
August Cargo Volume Should be Highest Since Last Fall
The latest Global Port Tracker report expects imports at major container ports to reach their highest level in…
Press Releases August 7, 2023
NRF Economist Says U.S. Economy is ‘Rolling Forward’
The conditions are ‘still moving in the right direction’ even with slower growth expected.
Press Releases July 7, 2023Imports for First Half of 2023 Expected to be 22% Below Same Time Last Year
The lower numbers are expected despite increased consumer spending, according to the Global Port Tracker report.
Press Releases June 7, 2023
Consumers to Spend Record Amount for Father’s Day
Three-quarters of consumers plan to celebrate Father’s Day this year, which is on par with participation in recent…
Press Releases June 1, 2023
NRF Says Retail Sales Rose in April as Consumers ‘Remained Engaged’
The U.S. Census Bureau says overall retail sales in April were up 0.4% from March and up 1.6%…
Press Releases May 16, 2023
NRF Economist Says First Quarter Showed Challenges of Bringing Inflation Under Control
The economic challenges brought on by COVID-19 are not over yet. Â
Press Releases May 10, 2023
Imports Expected to Remain Below 2022 Most of This Year
The first half of 2023 is now forecast at 10.4 million TEU, down 22.8% from the first half…
Press Releases May 9, 2023
