National Retail Federation

Retail Theft and Shrink Reports Have Investors Seeking Answers
Retail Theft and Shrink Reports Have Investors Seeking Answers
January 09, 2024  |  Retail

Last year saw several retailers report that their profits were being hurt by “shrink.” That’s the industry term for lost inventory due to a variety...

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National Retail Federation Reports Higher Sales as Holiday Season Kicks Off
National Retail Federation Reports Higher Sales as Holiday Season Kicks Off
December 11, 2023  |  Retail

The National Retail Federation (NRF) says the holiday shopping season got off to a strong start. The federation’s Retail Monitor, produced in tandem in CNBC and...

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Retailers Expect Interest Rates and Inflation to Slow Holiday Spending
Retailers Expect Interest Rates and Inflation to Slow Holiday Spending
November 21, 2023  |  Retail

Retailers are reportedly bracing for a tough holiday season, with economic demand slowing and outlooks mixed. Despite offering higher discounts and competitive promotions, retailers are...

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NRF Releases Principles for AI Use in Retail Sector
NRF Releases Principles for AI Use in Retail Sector
November 13, 2023  |  artificial intelligence

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its Principles for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Retail Sector, providing a framework for retailers to govern and strategically...

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Google Intros Holiday Shopping Tools as Consumers Seek Deals
Google Intros Holiday Shopping Tools as Consumers Seek Deals
November 07, 2023  |  Google

Google has introduced new search tools designed to help shoppers find holiday deals. The tech giant announced Tuesday (Nov. 7) that it was rolling out...

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NRF Expects Holiday Spending to Return to Pre-Pandemic Growth Rate
NRF Expects Holiday Spending to Return to Pre-Pandemic Growth Rate
November 02, 2023  |  Retail

The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts record spending during the upcoming holiday season. Holiday spending during November and December will grow between 3% and 4% over 2022,...

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Return Fees Mean Lost Business for 1/3 of Companies
Return Fees Mean Lost Business for 1/3 of Companies
October 26, 2023  |  Retail

Online return fees appear to be both a blessing and a curse for retailers. While charging shoppers for sending back items has reduced returns, a report Thursday...

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Fed Expected to Propose Review of Debit Card Fee Cap
Fed Expected to Propose Review of Debit Card Fee Cap
October 25, 2023  |  Bank Regulation

The Federal Reserve will meet Wednesday (Oct. 25) to tackle merchant debit card fees. As a report by Reuters notes, analysts expect the central bank will propose...

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Challenges and Changes Loom as Fed Mulls and Court Considers Debit Interchange Fees
Challenges and Changes Loom as Fed Mulls and Court Considers Debit Interchange Fees
October 19, 2023  |  Regulation

Debit interchange fees may see a revamp — a refashioning of the charges levied on merchants, the likes of which has not been seen in...

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