U.S. import cargo forecast to fall 5.6% in 2025 as tariffs take effect
“While this forecast is still preliminary, it shows the impact the tariffs and the administration’s trade policy are having on the supply chain.”
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NRF applauds court ruling overturning debit card swipe fee cap as too high
"If the Durbin Amendment is to mean anything, it’s that there are specific costs that banks can recover from merchants, and costs that they categorically cannot recover from merchants."
JD Sports tops NRF’s 2025 Hot 25 Retailers List as acquisitions drive growth
“The 2025 Hot 25 list represents a range of retailers that have experienced impressive growth over the span of a year.”
NRF: Four steps policymakers can take to support retail and the economy
The recommendations are outlined in a recent blog post by Dylan Jeon, NRF’s Senior Director of Government Relations.
Weak job growth, steep tariffs threaten retail spending
Retailers say slower job growth and higher tariffs hit households by reducing spending power and increasing costs.
Walmart, Amazon lead as NRF unveils 2025 Top 100 Retailers list
Stability at the top, shifts in the middle as retail giants navigate changing consumer priorities.
NRF’s Kleinhenz: Economic growth holding, but tariff impact unclear
”It was difficult to judge how policy changes would impact the economy in early 2025, and it remains so now.”
NRF praise final passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act
”Today we want to celebrate Speaker Johnson and Majority Leader Thune for their strong leadership and steadfast commitment to getting President Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ through Congress.”
NRF sues to block New York’s algorithmic pricing disclosure law
The Act mandates that retailers place a notice next to any price determined using customer information, stating: “This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data.”
NRF praises Senate amendment to H.R.1 as a win for retailers, workers, and families
“ H.R.1 is a powerful blueprint for sustainable job creation.”
NRF backs Senate budget reconciliation bill
The bill includes several key tax provisions supported by NRF and the broader business community.
NRF launches NRF Rev to highlight the future of reverse logistics
NRF Rev will feature keynotes, roundtables, networking, and an expo of cutting-edge reverse logistics technologies.
NRF: Retail spending holds steady, but tariffs could weigh on budgets
“We’re continuing to see growth for core retail sales this year at about the same pace as last year,” said NRF's chief economist.
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.
NRF: Imports to surge as tariff pause prompts retailer response
The tariff pause coincides with the back-to-school rush and early holiday planning, potentially marking one of the busiest import seasons in recent years.
Father’s Day spending to hit record $24B, NRF reports
The survey highlights a shift toward more intentional and experience-driven gifting.