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Introducing NRF Retail Converge
NRF’s new virtual event offers the depth of a workshop within the breadth of a conference.
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3 things to know about Father's Day 2021
With record-setting plans, consumers are eager to celebrate.
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Divided We Stand: Decoding the Citizen Shopper
The past year of social, economic and personal upheaval has amplified the voice of the consumer.
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When Black-owned businesses succeed, our economy succeeds
Connecting with the Congressional Black Caucus at the Retail Advocates Town Hall.
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Digital expectations in a physical world
Retail Gets Real episode 223: Jason ‘Retailgeek’ Goldberg on consumer behavior and the role of the store.
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How Hilton, Love’s Travel Stops and more are preparing for a summer on the move
Americans are ready to travel, and the hospitality industry is ready to welcome them back.
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Best Buy emphasizes inclusive leadership
Retail Gets Real episode 222: 4 qualities to foster in effective leaders.
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NRF Retail Converge Preview: Top sessions and highlights for the June event
Retail Gets Real episode 221: What not to miss at NRF’s newest event.
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Tommy Hilfiger, Best Buy, Nordstrom and more on building diverse communities
At NRF Retail Converge, retail leaders will reaffirm their commitments to change their workplaces and their shelves.
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Fair-trade pioneer Ten Thousand Villages marks 75 years
Retail Gets Real episode 220: CEO Gordon Zook talks about positively impacting makers around the world.
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Celebrating small business in a big way at the Retail Advocates Town Hall
Small business owners met with members of Congress to tell retail’s story.
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Levi’s focuses on digital
Retail Gets Real episode 219: Levi Strauss Americas President Marc Rosen on the company’s lasting impact and goals.
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Current COVID-19 resources
Coronavirus Resources for Retailers
Resources and information for retailers on the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NRF Welcomes EEOC Vaccination Guidance
NRF Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity Commission releasing updated COVID-19 vaccination guidance
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Retailers to State & Local Leaders: Clarity Needed on Mask Orders
Retailers ask state governors and mayors to consider the practicality around new CDC guidelines on masks.
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April Retail Sales Hold Mostly Steady from March and Show ‘Off the Chart’ Gains Over 2020 Shutdowns
Retail sales were virtually unchanged from a month before and grew dramatically year-over-year in April.
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Retailers help advance President Biden’s vaccination goal
Target, Krispy Kreme, The Vitamin Shoppe and more are offering incentives to vaccinated people.
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Retail Cargo Imports Set New Record as Economy Recovers
Retail cargo imports hit a new record this spring and the first half of 2021 is expected to be a third higher than 2020.
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With ‘Feel-Better Situation’ for Consumers, Economy Could See Fastest Growth Since 1980s
With more businesses reopening and rehiring employees, the economy could see its fastest growth in three decades.
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March Retail Sales See Strong Rebound Amid Increased Vaccination and Government Stimulus
Retail sales rebounded March as government checks fattened bank accounts and more vaccination let consumers get out.
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One Year Later, Economy 'Has Come a Long Way'
The economy has made dramatic progress since the pandemic hit a year ago, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz says.
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NRF Says Extension of Paycheck Protection Program Vital to Small Businesses
NRF issued a statement following the Senate's approval to extend the Paycheck Protection Program.
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February Retail Sales Show Strong Year-Over-Year Growth as Vaccine and Stimulus Provide a Boost
Retail sales gained considerable year-over-year traction in February despite a monthly slowdown from January.
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Retailers Express Concern About OSHA Emergency Regulation
NRF expressed concern about a possible OSHA emergency temporary standard regulation regarding COVID-19.
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