NRF forecasts ‘healthy’ holiday sales in the face of economic challenges

The trade group predicts year-over-year growth of 6% to 8% and said consumers “remain resilient” even while facing inflation. 

By Dani James • Nov. 4, 2022

Shoppers want to buy apparel, smartphones this holiday: NPD

Clothing is one of the top items consumers plan to give as gifts, but may be susceptible to an increase in promotions. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 3, 2022

FedEx preps for moderate peak season with space to add new customers

The company will continue to onboard during the holidays thanks to “a little flex in the network," Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere said.

By Max Garland • Nov. 2, 2022

Dollar General boosts toy offering

The retailer worked with vendors to introduce new products — most priced at $10 or less — as consumers search for bargains this holiday season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 2, 2022

Walmart cuts the price of Walmart+ membership in half for holiday promotion

Along with the discount, the retailer has recently added Paramount+ streaming and rewards to try to lure in new members. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 2, 2022

Google’s new shopping updates focus on deals

The search engine found in a new study that 43% of respondents plan to spend more time looking for discounts this holiday season.

By Dani James • Nov. 1, 2022

Holiday hangovers: Can retailers clear out their inventory piles as the season ramps up?

After declarations about “decisive” actions to clear excess goods earlier this year, levels are still high and markdowns rampant. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 31, 2022

Amazon warns that profits could vanish in Q4

The e-commerce giant may be shifting to a more cautious approach in order to maintain profitable growth.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 28, 2022

Over 70% of shoppers consider holiday financing as inflation bites: report

Shoppers are looking to stretch their budgets by trying out installment payment plans and seeking discounts from retailers, a new Oracle report found.

By Tatiana Walk Morris • Oct. 27, 2022

Walmart enhances digital shopping ahead of holidays

The retailer is introducing updates like a virtual queue and expanded augmented reality to provide shoppers a faster, more personalized experience.

By Dani James • Oct. 27, 2022

Department store foot traffic is down, but recovering: report

Mid-tier department stores have seen a greater drop in visits than their luxury counterparts, according to Placer.ai analysis. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 26, 2022

Target triples Apple shop-in-shops ahead of holidays

The tech giant now has over 150 branded locations inside Target stores as the two companies expand their partnership. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 26, 2022

UPS expects holiday package surge to peak later this year

The logistics giant also has more capacity freed up as top customer Amazon delivers more of its own orders, according to CEO Carol Tomé.

By Max Garland • Oct. 26, 2022

Amazon rolls out Venmo payment option

The retailer’s move is intended to provide convenience and flexibility for shoppers buying gifts this holiday season.

By Dani James • Oct. 25, 2022

Kohl’s announces November holiday sales events

The department store and other major retailers are competing for consumers' dollars with early sales and month-long discounts. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 25, 2022

How Halloween became a $10B business for retailers

Outdoor decorations and displays have become more extravagant than ever. But that wasn’t always the case.

By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 24, 2022

Deals, promotions drive increased holiday spending: report

A survey from ICSC finds that consumers plan to shop earlier this holiday season and spend more time seeking discounts. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 24, 2022

Consumers to shop more in stores this holiday: survey

After staying close to home during the height of the pandemic, nearly two-thirds of consumers plan for in-store shopping this season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 21, 2022

Walmart announces early Black Friday deals online, in store

The retailer is bringing back its “Black Friday Deals for Days” event, beginning in early November and featuring products from Lego, Dyson and Apple.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 20, 2022

Over a third of retail execs are taking measures to clear inventory: study

Nearly all of the execs surveyed said increased promotions and availability guarantees were part of their holiday plans.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Target’s Deal Days event drives an uptick in store traffic: report

The retailer saw a 3.2% bump in footfall during its October holiday sale event, according to Placer.ai.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 19, 2022

Higher-income shoppers to pull back on spend this holiday season: report

A new survey from Deloitte found that consumers plan to buy fewer gifts this year and will increase their purchase of gift cards. 

By Dani James • Oct. 19, 2022

Millennials, Gen Z to spend the most on Halloween, study says

Spending on the holiday is expected to rise this year, but inflation is spooking some customers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 17, 2022

What September’s retail sales mean for the holidays

Consumers are spending and shopping early, but inflation is still squeezing their budgets. Retailers have their work cut out for them this season.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 17, 2022

3 technology tips to help retailers triumph this holiday season

The 2022 holiday shopping season will be unlike any other. Here’s how tech can help retailers triumph.

Oct. 17, 2022