CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor sees sales rebound in October
Report comes as NRF is forecasting holiday sales will increase between 3.7% and 4.2%.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor
Consumers hit 'pause button' in September
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor sees shoppers preserving spending power ahead of holidays.
September retail sales slip, but growth remains strong
NRF’s Matthew Shay says shoppers are taking a breather after back-to-school spending, though overall retail growth remains “robust”.
August CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Data reveals sales up despite inflation
August sales were up in all but one out of nine categories on a yearly basis.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows robust consumer spending in July
“We may be seeing growing inflationary impacts from tariffs since recent data shows price increases in commodity goods.”
Retail sales dip in June amid consumer uncertainty, NRF reports
Tariff concerns and economic unease drive first monthly sales decline since February.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows continued sales growth for May, but less stockpiling ahead of tariffs
“The data for May indicates that the pull-forward in consumer demand ahead of tariffs is likely dissipating,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: Sales rise in April as consumers buy products to avoid tariffs
April sales were up in eight out of nine categories on a yearly basis, led by digital products, electronics and appliance stores, and grocery and beverage stores.
NRF: Tariff fears drive modest retail gains in March
In early March, 46% of consumers reported stocking up on goods such as appliances and clothing out of concern that prices would rise.
NRF Chief Economist: Consumer fundamentals remain healthy
“These results show that households are apprehensive and carefully navigating lingering inflation and turmoil related to changing economic policies,“ says NRF's Chief Economist.
Retail Monitor: February sales decline due to tariff worries
Despite a monthly decline, six of nine retail categories showed year-over-year gains, led by online sales, health and personal care stores, and general merchandise.
January retail sales declined modestly from holiday season
While the latest CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows a slowdown following the holidays, it also highlights ongoing consumer confidence and spending capacity.
Retail’s Big Win: October Sets Stage for Holiday Boom
As the holiday shopping season gains momentum, new data provides an optimistic outlook for retailers. Consumers’ willingness to spend amid stable economic conditions sets the stage for a vibrant holiday season.
Retail sales rebound in October, in a good sign for the holiday season
"Healthy spending resumed in October as consumers continued to benefit from this year’s job gains and higher wages.”
Retail sales stayed strong in August, despite sluggish job market
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor finds total sales were up 2.08% year over year for the first eight months of the year.