Retail Insights and Trends

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From exploring the impact of retail in our economy to telling the stories of the 42 million Americans that make up the industry, NRF highlights industry insights, data and trends through our blog, podcast, video, live events and original research.

Katia Beauchamp of Birchbox recording podcast
Katia Beauchamp, CEO and co-founder of Birchbox, records an episode of NRF’s Retail Gets Real podcast.
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NRF produces research throughout the year responding to trends, consumer sentiment and economic forces.
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