by Mike Duff | Aug 11, 2026 | Retail Articles
As Ollie’s Bargain Outlet marks National Bargain Hunting Week, a new shopper survey from the off-price retailer indicates that inflation and rising prices remain major concerns for its customers. Ollie’s polled 60,000 of its Ollie’s Army loyalty...
by Mike Duff | Feb 5, 2026 | Retail Articles
Store managers are heading into 2026 with measured optimism, balancing expectations for improved performance at their own stores with ongoing concerns about the economy, inflation and labor pressures, according to Levin Management Corp.’s 15th annual Retail Outlook...
by Mike Duff | Sep 22, 2025 | Retail Articles
Consumers are approaching the 2025 holiday season with caution, as 78% of respondents to an Omnisend survey said they planned to spend less than last year, while 60% plan to keep total holiday spend below $500. As they consider their spending options, 47% of survey...
by Mike Duff | Sep 19, 2025 | Featured News, Retail Articles
Numerator’s State of Hispanic Spending report noted growing financial caution among Hispanic households driven by ongoing economic pressures and uncertainty. Hispanic household spending generally accounts for 15% of consumer spending in the United States. While...
by Mike Duff | Jun 11, 2025 | Retail Articles
In its Father’s Day 2025 Forecast, market researcher NIQ emphasized that the holiday is evolving. Although consumers are primarily focused on buying gifts for their fathers, many also consider gifts for spouses, other family members and even friends, broadening the...
