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Aug. ’23 Retail Report: Despite Brisk Sales, Men’s Inventory Piles Up

Aug. ’23 Retail Report: Despite Brisk Sales, Men’s Inventory Piles Up

The Big Picture Even though inflation ticked up slightly last month, recording a 3.2% increase

Is There a Solution To High Credit Card Swipe Fees?

Is There a Solution To High Credit Card Swipe Fees?

Hefty credit card processing fees are an unfortunate fact of life for most retailers, but

July ’23 Retail Report: Summer Sales Bring a Soft Landing

July ’23 Retail Report: Summer Sales Bring a Soft Landing

The Big Picture Overall retail sales continue to be steady this summer, with June representing

Should We Adjust Our Buys to the Changing Climate?

Should We Adjust Our Buys to the Changing Climate?

Meteorologists are already warning that 2023 looks to be the hottest year on record, and

June ’23 Retail Report: Summer Begins with Soft Gains

June ’23 Retail Report: Summer Begins with Soft Gains

The Big Picture Overall retail sales notched up by 0.3% in May compared to April,

When AI Meets Retail: Opening New Possibilities

When AI Meets Retail: Opening New Possibilities

While the emergence of ChatGTP has pushed artificial intelligence (AI) into the headlines, this technology

May ’23 Retail Report: Shoppers Shake Off Uncertainty

May ’23 Retail Report: Shoppers Shake Off Uncertainty

The Big Picture Overall retail sales rose by 0.4% last month, coming in equal to