by Mike Duff | Aug 13, 2025 | Retail Articles
Economic activity in the services sector grew in July for the second consecutive month and retail was among those industries that saw gains, according to purchasing and supply executives in the United States polled by the Institute for Supply Management. In the latest...
by Mike Duff | Jul 10, 2025 | Appliances, Featured News, Food Storage, Home Environment, Kitchen Tools & Gadgets, Kitchenware, Personal Care & Wellness
After a tough first quarter, Helen of Troy announced second-quarter financial guidance but skipped a full-year outlook due to uncertainty about tariffs and the economy. Helen of Troy also detailed initiatives to lessen the impact of tariffs on the business. Net loss...
by Mike Duff | Jun 18, 2025 | Retail Articles
Most consumers in the United States express both knowledge and concern about tariffs, with 83% of consumers saying they understand what tariffs are and how they impact prices and 88% expressing trepidation about the impact duties might have on their personal finances...
by Mike Duff | May 16, 2025 | Retail Articles
According to the United States Census Bureau, retail sales in April increased slightly from March. They were stronger year over year, even as consumers spent somewhat warily, given shifting tariffs and economic tides. Retail trade sales slipped 0.1% from March 2025...
by Mike Duff | May 7, 2025 | Retail Articles
A survey conducted by Coresight Research indicated that higher-income and younger consumers in the United States remain most optimistic about the economy and personal finances. In terms of consumer sentiment, high-income consumers, with a household income of over...
