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Retail Monitor: Sales Keep Gaining Despite Uncertain Economy

Retail Monitor: Sales Keep Gaining Despite Uncertain Economy

by Mike Duff | Jun 9, 2026 | Retail Articles

Total and core retail sales rose in May despite high gas prices and ongoing inflation, as consumers adjusted to economic conditions, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor released by the National Retail Federation. Total retail sales in May, with automobile dealers...
NRF: Retail Sales Maintained Momentum in February Against Macroeconomic Forces

NRF: Retail Sales Maintained Momentum in February Against Macroeconomic Forces

by Mike Duff | Mar 17, 2026 | Retail Articles

Despite problematic weather conditions and macroeconomic developments, retail sales gained ground in February month over month and year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Released by the National Retail Federation, the February report put total...
Retail Monitor: 2025 Closed Out With Strong December Sales

Retail Monitor: 2025 Closed Out With Strong December Sales

by Mike Duff | Jan 12, 2026 | Retail Articles

December retail sales saw 4.1% year-over-year growth, an increase consistent with predictions for a record 2025 holiday season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. The result moves total 2025 holiday season sales in line with the National Retail Federation...
Retail Monitor: ‘Wait and See’ Consumer Stunted Retail Sales Growth in June

Retail Monitor: ‘Wait and See’ Consumer Stunted Retail Sales Growth in June

by Mike Duff | Jul 11, 2025 | Retail Articles

Retail sales slowed during June as consumer concerns about tariffs and the economy mounted, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor released by the National Retail Federation. June retail sales excluding automobiles and gasoline slipped 0.33% seasonally adjusted...
Retail Monitor: January Sales Dip from December but Rise Year-Over-Year

Retail Monitor: January Sales Dip from December but Rise Year-Over-Year

by Mike Duff | Feb 11, 2025 | Retail Articles

As expected, consumers spent less money in January than during the busy holiday month before. Still, the National Retail Federation announced that retail sales gained year-over-year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Total retail sales, excluding automobiles...
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