NRF State of Retail & the Consumer

Exploring the health of American consumers and the retail industry.

March 18, 2026 | 1:00 PM EDT | Virtual Event



Matthew Shay at NRF's State of Retail and the Consumer event.

Get an inside look at retail’s outlook for 2026

Join us for NRF’s State of Retail & the Consumer, a free virtual event where industry leaders and economists unpack the latest consumer trends and NRF reveals its annual retail sales forecast.

Discover how shifting behaviors and economic forces are shaping the retail landscape —and what it means for your business. Don’t miss this chance to gain actionable insights and stay ahead of the curve.

 

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NRF State of Retail & the Consumer 2025

NRF’s fifth annual State of Retail & the Consumer on April 2, 2025 explored the health of American consumers and the retail industry with leaders including NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz, Ph.D., retail executives from major brands, prominent economists and consumer experts.