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...
by Mike Duff | May 13, 2026 | Retail Articles
Retail sales rose for the seventh consecutive month in April despite consumer concerns about rising gas prices and inflation, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, released by the National Retail Federation. The United States Department of Labor just reported that...
by Mike Duff | Mar 18, 2026 | Featured News, Home + Housewares
The National Retail Federation (NRF) is forecasting 2026 retail sales growth of 4.4% versus 2025 to $5.6 trillion. NRF’s forecast is based on its definition of core retail sales, which excludes auto dealers, gas stations and restaurants. The 2026 sales forecast...
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...
by Mike Duff | Feb 13, 2026 | Retail Articles
Retail sales experienced a slight monthly increase in January but much stronger year-over-year gains, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor report released by the National Retail Federation. Total retail sales, excluding those from automobile dealers and gasoline...