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State of Retail and the Consumer
NRF’s annual State of Retail and the Consumer event explores the health of the American consumer and key behavior trends. Hear from industry experts: NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz, Ph.D., retail CEOs from major brands and market researchers.
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Store opening announcements keep pace with 2021
The return to stores continues, with closings down 60 percent.
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Recession Unlikely in 2022
Despite two quarters of decline, the economy doesn't appear to be in a recession and is unlikely to enter one this year.
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Monthly Economic Review: August 2022
Recession unlikely in 2022 as consumer outlook remains favorable.
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