Retailers can expect parents to shop and spend more during the upcoming back-to-school season than they did last year, according to ShopperTrak. National retail sales, when…
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The U.S. Consumer-Confidence Index climbed to a five-year high of 76.2 in May from an upwardly revised 69.0 in April, the Conference Board reports. The increase…
Retail sales excluding automobiles, gas stations and restaurants rose 0.6 percent in April seasonally adjusted from the previous month and increased 3.9 percent unadjusted year-over-year. Strengthening…
Chase cardholders were generous gift-givers in Q4 2012, which recorded significant increases in a number of retail categories.
When a retailer first notices slow business in general or items not selling as they should, denial is often the first emotion felt.
Deeper connections with consumers can help drive higher levels of purchase intent, response rates, online engagement and advocacy.
An inside look into what customers love and loathe could mean the difference between record sales or bankruptcy.
With a sluggish economy and the Green movement pitted against bookstores, a new innovative business model needed to be put into place.
Mother’s Day is prosperous for both moms and merchants, as independent retailers see an influx in holiday shopping.
Constant focus on new customers may cause you to neglect your already loyal customers.