The Conference Board’s index fell as consumers continued to worry about the impact of tariffs, the labor market, and the price of eggs.

Lenore Fedow

The recent jump in the prices of household staples, like eggs, and the potential impact of tariffs worried consumers.

Lenore Fedow

Bain & Co.’s latest report on the luxury market examines why the market’s customer base is shrinking and how to appeal to consumers in 2025.

Lenore Fedow

Those celebrating Valentine’s Day this year are expected to spend a record $27.5 billion on jewels, flowers, candy, and more.

Lenore Fedow

It hit a four-month low in January due to concerns about the job market, though consumers remain bullish about the stock market.

Michelle Graff

Core retail sales during the 2024 holiday season surpassed the National Retail Federation’s forecast.

Lenore Fedow

An Adobe Analytics report explored the rise in mobile shopping, the popularity of Buy Now Pay Later options, and peak shopping hours.

Lenore Fedow

A more positive view of the current labor market boosted the Conference Board’s index last month.

Lenore Fedow

A total of 126 million consumers shopped in stores over the five-day period, about 5 million more than last year.

Lenore Fedow

PricewaterhouseCoopers’ 2024 holiday trends survey took a 10-year look back to see what mattered to consumers then versus now.

Lenore Fedow

A more positive view of the labor market contributed to the strongest monthly gain since March 2021.

Lenore Fedow

The U.S. presidential election, inflation, and the aftermath of recent hurricanes could all have an impact on spending.

Lenore Fedow

Deloitte and Adobe Analytics shared their insights on the season, from the retail sales forecast to the role of generative AI.

Lenore Fedow

The first in what is slated to be a series of in-depth reports from the consulting company, it focuses on shortening supply chains.

Michelle Graff

Respondents also showed a greater preference for buying goods over services.

Lenore Fedow

Its “Her-ology” report highlights trends in the women’s luxury watch market, from top brands to movement preferences.

Lenore Fedow

Inflation remained a top concern among survey-takers who included write-in responses.

Lenore Fedow

The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index rose to 100.3 from a downwardly revised 97.8 in June.

Michelle Graff

Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff returns from Rhode Island with thoughts about in-store shopping and a trends report.

Michelle Graff

The jewelry giant came in at No. 67 on the list, down from No. 56 last year.

Lenore Fedow

The costs of food and groceries remained a top concern, followed by the labor market and U.S. politics.

Lenore Fedow

Its recent report dives into the current dilemma facing luxury brands.

Lenore Fedow

Concerns about rising prices, politics, and global conflicts continue to dampen consumer outlook.

Lenore Fedow

Gifts that are unique and thoughtful are top of mind this year, according to the annual survey.

Lenore Fedow

Associate Editor Lenore Fedow shares takeaways from the NRF’s annual show and its “State of Retail & the Consumer” event.

Lenore Fedow