Bluedot: Inflation Looms Over Holiday Shopping

Bluedot: Inflation Looms Over Holiday Shopping

Inflation will have a major impact on how consumers approach the upcoming holiday season, according to Bluedot, which tracks customer arrivals at stores and websites. In Bluedot’s third annual Holiday Shopping Habits report, based on a September survey of more...
ISM: Services Sector Gained in July Versus June

ISM: Services Sector Gained in July Versus June

Although it wasn’t the best month for retail, economic activity in the services sector grew in July for the 26th month in a row, with the Institute for Supply Management Purchasing Managers Index registering 56.7%. Indeed, the July number pushed away from the 50% line...