The Big Picture With the government shutdown finally behind us, economists are sorting through the
When Private Labels Work and Where To Start
Independent retailers have always thrived on individuality, whether it is a finely tuned edit, personal
Oct. ’25 Retail Report: Apparel Sales See Three Months of Steady Growth
The Big Picture The market rallied last week on weaker-than-expected inflation figures and hopes that
Turn Faster, Earn More: The Smart Fix for Rising Costs
Last month we talked about the challenge our retailers will face next spring when the
Sept. ’25 Retail Report: Spring Balancing Act: New Looks vs. Higher Costs
The Big Picture The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point last week
The Hidden Cost of Retail Returns
For many apparel retailers, sales numbers are only half the story. The other half is
Aug. ’25 Retail Report: Sales Soar Double-Digits On Early Deliveries
The Big Picture Shoppers kept the momentum going in July. Retail sales rose 0.5%, building
7 Retail Fundamentals Small Business Owners Can Overlook
The recent ups and downs of the trade and financial markets are enough to make
Special Report: How Independent Retailers Can Harness AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for tech giants or global brands.
June ’25 Retail Report: Weddings, Vacations Drive Summer Sales
The Big Picture In the broader market, shoppers took a cautious step back last month
