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Tilly's, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters, Crocs, and Journeys report holiday results.

Holiday Season Tough for Large Industry Retailers

Tilly’s, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters and Journeys parent Genesco offered updates on their holiday sales performance, which was challenging…

News January 9, 2024

Backcountry to Sell European Subsidiary to Decathlon

The move is part of Backcountry's strategy to focus on North America and also expand its private label…

News November 27, 2023
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NRF Economist Says 2023 Holiday Sales Will Be Unique

NRF expects record spending during the holiday season and forecast retail sales to increase between 3% and 4%…

Press Releases November 8, 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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NRF Economist Says First Quarter Showed Challenges of Bringing Inflation Under Control

The economic challenges brought on by COVID-19 are not over yet.  

Press Releases May 10, 2023
Vanilla Men's and Women's boutique in Bend, Oregon

What’s Selling at Vanilla, a Surf-Inspired Industry Account in Bend

April Lawyer originally hails from Big Bear, and having grown up as a competitive snowboarder and mountain biker,…

News April 25, 2023
The House Deck

The House Will Close its Store and Online Business

The St. Paul, Minn. specialty store and robust e-commerce business is in the midst of a liquidation as…

News March 7, 2023
Buckle exterior Dallas

The Buckle Shows Gains, Bucking Current Retail Trends

Industry customer The Buckle ended its fiscal year ended Jan. 28 with net sales of $1.3 billion, up…

News February 3, 2023
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