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Happy Holidays

Find all of NRF's holiday resources, including consumer surveys and sales forecasts, in one place.
Small Business
Tie Bar CEO Michael Alter

This is Retail goes behind the scenes at The Tie Bar’s new pop-up store in Washington, D.C., to find out how this Chicago-based men’s accessories retailer tests new markets and connects with new audiences.

Online
Social shopping can be a big deal for the little guy.
Supply Chain
Holiday deadlines for domestic shipping reignite conversation on innovation in fulfillment.
Retail Trends
Black Friday shopping

A visible shift in holiday promotions has had a profound impact on Black Friday's importance.

Economy
Lower prices, not less demand, are behind lower-than-expected holiday sales.
Online
Talking with Jet.com's Chief Revenue Officer Scott Hilton.

Press Release

90 Percent of Holiday Shoppers Still Have Lists to Wrap Up

Average holiday shopper has only completed half of their shopping.
Small Business
Three bookstore owners share their recommendations.
Small Business

Thinking Big about Shopping Small: A Closer Look at 2015 Holiday Shoppers

Consumer survey insights for small business retailers.

Press Release

Thanksgiving Weekend Shopping Brings Big In-Store and Online Crowds, According to NRF Survey

Black Friday: Weekend’s biggest shopping day both online and in-store.
Online
Celebrating Cyber Monday’s 10th anniversary with a look at digital holidays past, present and future.
Public Policy
Retailers are working to make this holiday season even safer.

Press Release

Retailers Estimate Holiday Return Fraud Will Cost $2.2 Billion in 2015

3.5 percent of holiday returns estimated to be fraudulent.
Retail Trends
Trendspotter Marian Salzman on brands that share it all.
Online

Summit 2015 Playbook

36 retail insiders share tactical tips and big ideas.
Public Policy

Review of the Economic Impact of Tax Reform on Consumers

A report from Ernst & Young examines the cost of inaction on tax reform.
Economy
Inventory management is a critical priority for all businesses.

Press Release

Retailers Say Spending Plan Provides Broad Relief That Will Boost Economy

NRF Welcomes final passage of spending, tax-relief package
Small Business
Quotes and fun facts from five retailers in the Green Mountain state.

Press Release

NRF Foundation Announces Finalists of 2016 Next Generation Scholarship

Program will award $125,000 in scholarships to 38 students.