Record 166.3 Million Shoppers Expected During Thanksgiving Weekend
Nearly 8 million more people than last year are expected to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year.
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Coronavirus
NRF Chief Economist Says Economy Has ‘Strong Momentum’ Despite Challenges From Inflation and Ukraine
Issues have shifted from COVID-19 to inflation and the war in Ukraine, but the economy continues to face uncertainties.
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NRF Chief Economist Says Inflation Isn’t Hitting Everyone the Same, but Will Still Play a Key Role in Outlook
Inflation is at a 40-year high but isn’t hitting all consumers the same, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz says.
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January Retail Sales Overcome Omicron and Inflation to Show Strong Gains
Retail sales powered through COVID-19’s omicron variant and inflation to post strong increases in January.
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Congested Retail Ports to See Welcome Break From Rapid Import Growth During First Half of 2022
Imports should grow modestly in the first half of 2022 but high volumes will keep up pressure on the supply chain.
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