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
Are You Leaving Money on The Table?
In today’s hyper-competitive retail environment, profits don’t just come from driving more sales—they come from
May ’25 Retail Report: Strategic Fall Buying Amid Uneven Growth
The Big Picture: Warning Signs Sure, the stock market may have shaken off the tariff
Women’s Wear Spring/Summer Highlights
Women’s Wear sales were about even through the first quarter of the year, but we’ve
