The Big Picture The U.S. economy ended 2024 a bit hot, fueled by strong consumer
2024 Apparel Trends Wrapped & Spring ’25 Preview
All said, 2024 was a pretty good year for our apparel merchants, particularly in menswear. According
Dec. ’24 Retail Report: Year Ends With Holiday Sales Surge
The Big Picture It has been a great year for retail, and all signs point to
The Lingerie Industry: Growth Depends on the Right Planning
The lingerie industry is undergoing a transformation fueled by changing consumer preferences, increased focus on
Nov. ’24 Retail Report: Holidays Sales Surge on Wave of Consumer Confidence
The Big Picture With the election behind us, it’s time to refocus on the economy—and
Why Expert Inventory Planners Are Also Great Business Coaches
When we think about the traits that make a great business coach, qualities like strategic
Oct. ’24 Retail Report: Casual & Active Wear Gain Momentum
The Big Picture Earlier this month JPMorgan Chase officially proclaimed that the economy has made
Fall/Winter ’24 Mid-Season Trends Update
Here’s a sneak peak of what’s selling in our client stores, and our advice for
Are DTC Jewelry Brands Taking a Bite Out of Your Business?
Direct-to-consumer (DTC) jewelry companies have flourished by cutting out the middlemen—wholesalers, distributors, and traditional retailers—allowing
Sept. ’24 Retail Report: Sales Warm as Weather Cools
The Big Picture The Federal Reserve took a big swing last week, chopping interest rates