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NRF in Washington: Advocacy update October 2023

The retail industry’s priorities on Capitol Hill include fighting organized retail crime and excessive swipe fees.

 
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It's time to reform the broken U.S. credit card market

Tell Congress to pass the Credit Card Competition Act.

 
Your local merchants are fed up with unfair swipe fees
 
National Retail Security Survey 2023

This year’s study found the average shrink rate in FY 2022 increased to 1.6%, up from 1.4% in FY 2021. When taken as a percentage of total retail sales in 2022, that shrink represents $112.1 billion in losses. The report examines drivers of shrink, increased threat of violence associated with retail crime and other priorities.

 
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Things to know about the Credit Card Competition Act

Momentum is building in Congress to pass the Credit Card Competition Act. Thousands of retailers and consumers have made their voices heard by urging Congress to act.

 
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NRF on Fox Business

NRF’s President and CEO, Matthew Shay, speaks with Fox Business about the retail market as consumers continue to fight off the economic impact of inflation.

 
Matt Shay on Fox Business September 27 2023
 
2023 Halloween shopping

NRF’s Vice President of Industry and Consumer Insights Katherine Cullen discusses how consumers are celebrating Halloween this year.

 
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2023 Halloween trends

Halloween participation returned to pre-pandemic levels this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics.

 
Halloween shopping
 
NRF acquires Reverse Logistics Association

RLA’s reverse logistics expertise will help NRF members ‘close the loop’ and accelerate the emergence of the circular economy.

 
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Latest from NRF

How Greenwich St. Jewelers has thrived through 46 years of change in NYC
 
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Retail Gets Real episode 320: Greenwich St. Jewelers co-owner Jennifer Gandia shares a story of perseverance and success
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Monthly Economic Review: October 2023
 
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Economy continues to grow despite new challenges.
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NRF Economist Says U.S. Economy Still Shows Resilience
 
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The economy is growing even as labor disputes and uncertainty created by Congress add to ongoing challenges.
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5 things to know about how consumers are shopping for Halloween
 
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Retail Gets Real episode 319: NRF’s VP of Industry and Consumer Insights Katherine Cullen on Halloween spending.
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UNTUCKit founder Chris Riccobono says consistency is key to success
 
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Retail Gets Real episode 318: Riccobono on finding the perfect fit and growing a brand.
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NRF Foundation Announces The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2024
 
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NRF Foundation Announces The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2024
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Retail HR professionals discuss hiring trends, artificial intelligence and the future of the industry
 
NRF Talent Aquisition Group
NRF’s Talent Acquisition Group fall meeting convened human resource executives in New York.
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Telling the retail story at the state and local level
 
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Retail Gets Real episode 317: Live from the Council of State Retail Associations meeting.
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NRF Announces DICK’S Sporting Goods Executive Chairman Ed Stack as The Visionary 2024
 
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DICK’S Sporting Goods Executive Chairman Ed Stack will receive The Visionary award from NRF.
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Retail Sales Grew in August Despite Slowing Economy
 
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Retail sales rose in August as parents shopped for school supplies and other goods even as inflation continued.
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Advocating for retail: Top priorities for the fall
 
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Retail Gets Real episode 316: NRF Senior Vice President David French on important legislation pending in Congress.
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NRF Foundation credential

The NRF Foundation’s RISE Up Warehouse, Inventory and Logistics course prepares employees for roles in warehouse and fulfillment in the supply chain.

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