Retail Trends

The Big Picture With the election behind us, it’s time to refocus on the economy—and the outlook for 2025 is promising. The third quarter saw GDP growth of 2.8%, fueled

When we think about the traits that make a great business coach, qualities like strategic thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability often come to mind. Inventory planners aren’t typically the first professionals

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 Earlier this month JPMorgan Chase officially proclaimed that the economy has made a soft landing, as inflation continues to lower and job growth is strong. UBS went

Here’s a sneak peak of what’s selling in our client stores, and our advice for making the most of the end of the 2024 holiday season.

Direct-to-consumer (DTC) jewelry companies have flourished by cutting out the middlemen—wholesalers, distributors, and traditional retailers—allowing them to offer high-quality jewelry at a lower price point. By selling directly to customers

The Big Picture The Federal Reserve took a big swing last week, chopping interest rates by a half point instead of the quarter point that was expected. This was probably

You’ve probably read about the Great Wealth Transfer, but what will it mean for fashion and our stores? The $84 trillion that is predicted to change hands over the next

The Big Picture After a lull in June, sales made a comeback last month, notching up 1% overall and beating analysts’ expectations. Consumer spending also increased in July as inflation

Sales of activewear and outdoor apparel and accessories have slowed in recent years. Let’s look at what is affecting growth in these categories, and how they compare to other faster

The Big Picture The U.S. economy picked up in the second quarter, growing by 2.8%, after a 1.4% increase in the first quarter. Meanwhile, inflation is cooling, and unemployment is