“With consumers prioritizing their spouse or significant other this year, retailers expect to see a shift in spending for certain gifting categories." NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON – Valentine’s Day is returning to its romantic…

"Retailers continue to test and implement new ways to minimize losses from returns, particularly those that are fraudulent, while at the same time optimizing the shopping experience for their customers." NRF Executive Director of Research Mark…

“Retailers are stocked and ready with competitively priced products to help customers stretch their budgets and find all the items on their holiday lists.” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON – As three-quarters (74%) of consumers mark…

“Retailers have been preparing for months for this occasion. They are stocked and ready to help customers find the gifts and other items they want at great prices during the entire holiday season.” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON – An…

“The winter holidays are an important tradition to many American families, and shoppers are prioritizing their holiday purchases for the people most important to them." NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON – Those celebrating the winter…

“It would be impossible for American families to escape the higher costs from dramatic tariff increases on necessities such as apparel, footwear, furniture, appliances and toys.” WASHINGTON – American consumers could lose $31 billion in spending…

"Consumers will be shopping early for festive décor and other related items and retailers are prepared with the inventory to help customers and their families take part in this popular and fun tradition." NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON…

"Throughout his tenure, Ed Stack has stood by his convictions and dedication to making a difference, and NRF is honored to recognize him with The Visionary award." WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today announced that will receive The…

WASHINGTON – Consumers are expected to spend record amounts for both back-to-school and back-to-college shopping this year, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics.…

“Collectively, retailers were consistent across the board last year because most everybody grew, and at more or less the same rate." Kantar Senior Vice President David Marcotte WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today released its annual…

“Father’s Day remains a momentous occasion for Americans to honor the important men in their lives." WASHINGTON – Consumers will collectively spend a record-high $22.9 billion to celebrate Father’s Day this year, according to the annual survey…

"Retailers are prepared to help shoppers find gifts of appreciation and admiration for those they want to recognize on this special day." WASHINGTON – Consumers plan to spend a total of $35.7 billion on Mother’s Day this year, nearly $4 billion more…

It’s going to be an egg-citing Easter, with consumer spending for the holiday expected to reach a new high — $24 billion by the 81% of Americans who say they’re celebrating — according to the annual survey from NRF and Prosper Insights & Analytics.…

“As consumers plan to mark the occasion through a variety of traditions, retailers are dedicated to making this year a memorable holiday.” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay WASHINGTON – Consumers plan to spend a collective $24 billion on Easter this…

WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today released its annual list of the Top 50 Global Retailers, conducted by Kantar. The 2023 Top 50 Global Retailers ranks the most impactful retailers worldwide based on their operations at the beginning…

WASHINGTON – Consumers are expected to spend $25.9 billion on Valentine’s Day this year, up from $23.9 billion in 2022 and one of the highest spending years on record, according to the annual survey released today by the National Retail Federation…

With Super Saturday falling eight days before Christmas, retailers are prepared to help shoppers fulfill their last-minute purchases that will make this holiday season memorable. WASHINGTON – More than 158 million consumers are expected to shop on…

With more than three decades of executive leadership at national retail brands, Marvin Ellison has built an exemplary career, driven through his passion to lead by example in the pursuit of excellence. WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation…

"Our data tells us that this Thanksgiving holiday weekend will see robust store traffic with a record number of shoppers." WASHINGTON, November 17, 2022 – An estimated 166.3 million people are planning to shop from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber…

WASHINGTON – Participation in Halloween-related activities will resume to pre-pandemic levels, with 69% of consumers planning to celebrate the holiday this year, up from 65% in 2021 and comparable to 68% in 2019, according to the National Retail…