holiday shopping

Retail Sales Growth Slows to 0.3% in October
The Economy

Retail Sales Growth Slows to 0.3% in October

“It looks like consumer spending is increasingly turning into a headwind for this recovery from the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression."
By Matthew Heller | November 18, 2020
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Mastercard SpendingPulse: Retail Sales Grew at Strongest Rate in Six Years
The Economy

Mastercard SpendingPulse: Retail Sales Grew at Strongest Rate in Six Years

Retail sales topped over $850 billion this holiday season as shoppers were encouraged by a robust economy and early discounts.
By William Sprouse | December 26, 2018
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Macy’s Shares Drop 14% on Weak Holiday Sales
Strategy

Macy’s Shares Drop 14% on Weak Holiday Sales

The retailer posted a 2.1% same-store sales decline, and lowered earnings guidance, as it continues to struggle with the shift to online shopping.
By Matthew Heller | January 5, 2017
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Holiday Retail Shopping to Increase 4%
The Economy

Holiday Retail Shopping to Increase 4%

A majority of consumers surveyed say they are likely to spend more and sooner on holiday shopping than in 2015.
By Sean Allocca | October 3, 2016
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2015 Retail Holiday Sales to Increase Moderately
The Economy

2015 Retail Holiday Sales to Increase Moderately

Deloitte expects stagnant wages to slow sales growth but sees no marked impact from stock market volatility.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | September 23, 2015
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Cloudy, With a Chance of Margin
The Economy

Cloudy, With a Chance of Margin

The holiday shopping season will bring only modest sales growth for retailers, but those with low expectations may profit.
By Matthew Heller | November 12, 2014
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