August Sales: Seasonal Upswing The change of season is doing exactly what we hoped it
What’s Your Return on Investment, Really?
We know that retailers spend a lot of time watching sales because we see it
Aug. ’26 Retail Report: The Key to a Strong Fall Selling Season
July Sales Our client stores were up 6% overall in July. That’s a number worth
Great Fashion Starts with Great Retail
Most of the apparel retailers we know got into the business because they love fashion.
Can AI Replace the Retail Planner? Not Even Close.
AI is everywhere in retail conversations, but not every promise matches reality. Where can
July ’26 Retail Report: June Delivers Again, But Fall Will Require Discipline
The Big Picture Retail sales continued to edge higher in June, although the pace slowed
Cash Flow Analysis: The Key to Buying Smarter and Growing Profitably
Retailers are often focused on one number: sales. Sales are important, but they don’t tell
June ’26 Retail Report: The Biggest Risk Right Now? Running Out of Winners
The Big Picture Inflation remains a concern, with annual inflation reaching 4.2% last month, the
Vendor Reporting: Completing the Planning Picture
Many retailers spend countless hours analyzing sales, margins, and inventory levels, yet one of the
May ’26 Retail Report: Retailers Post Double-Digit Gains Despite Rising Prices
The Big Picture The retail environment continues to show resilience despite a mixed economic backdrop.