Retail sales an encouraging sign for U.S. economy

Did total sales in April raise economic optimism for Q2?

By Philip Nations • May 14, 2013

E-commerce sales climb 13% in Q1

Which categories saw the biggest gains in revenue?

By Philip Nations • May 13, 2013

Explore the Trendline➔

How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

By Retail Dive staff

Retail sales figures continue rise through April

Which companies were the biggest winners?

By Philip Nations • May 10, 2013

Consumers expected to spend more on Mother's Day this year

Will total sales reach the highest mark since the recession?

By Philip Nations • May 10, 2013

High expectations for U.S. retail sales figures

How optimistic are industry leaders on the initial sales predictions?

By Philip Nations • May 9, 2013

Walmart launches TV ad campaign aimed at public image

Is Walmart targeting a different type of consumer?

By Philip Nations • May 9, 2013

Times Square retail space is booming

What factors have played a role in the surge?

By Philip Nations • May 8, 2013

Facing new challenges, retailers are hiring marketing agencies

Some companies face challenges engaging a ‘more informed’ consumer.

By Philip Nations • May 7, 2013

E-retail job market expected to grow by whopping 25%

But how long will the employment trend continue?

By Philip Nations • May 7, 2013

Police arrest 22 more in Penn. retail crime ring

How many stores were targeted by the group?

By Philip Nations • May 6, 2013

J.C. Penney releases commercial apologizing to customers

The new TV ad seems to ask forgiveness for unpopular changes from retail consumers.

By Philip Nations • May 3, 2013

Many large retailers are looking to big data for competitive edge

What three ways has new technology impacted retail operations?

By Philip Nations • May 3, 2013

Hit TV series inspires new global retail line

Downton Abbey has announced plans to unveil a spectrum of retail products.

By Philip Nations • May 3, 2013

Tablets and smartphones are boosting E-commerce for retail

Will the trend continue to play a vital role in maximizing sales totals?

By Philip Nations • May 2, 2013

Canada updates industry guidelines after Bangladesh crisis

The garment factory collapse was responsible for the death of hundreds of employees.

By Philip Nations • May 1, 2013

Smartphones could be reshaping the role of brick-and-mortar stores

Are “retail therapy” and mobile commerce driving consumer spending?

By Philip Nations • April 30, 2013

Online purchases might be driving the trend toward flagship stores

Will large scale brick-and-mortar stores rise again?

By Philip Nations • April 30, 2013

First quarter retail earnings dispute gloomy spring predictions for retail sales

How healthy was consumer spending through the first quarter?

By Philip Nations • April 30, 2013

Young entrepreneurs flock to Columbus retail districts

Could the new trend see expansion to other U.S. cities?

By Philip Nations • April 29, 2013

Hong Kong market remains a tempting retail 'Mecca'

A popular apparel company opens its flagship store in one of the city’s busiest districts.

By Philip Nations • April 29, 2013

Twinkies will return to retail shelves this summer

But after a brief hiatus the popular brand may face new competition.

By Philip Nations • April 29, 2013

Online retail sales should continue rapid growth through 2017

But will the growth rate for ecommerce continue to rise?

By Philip Nations • April 26, 2013

Retail real estate rallies around Marketplace Fairness Act

The bill would be critically symbolic for many brick-and-mortar stores. 

By Philip Nations • April 25, 2013

Mobile commerce sales figures rise sharply in retail market

Is technology the driving force behind the sales boost?

By Philip Nations • April 25, 2013

Chicago retail workers will 'walk off' for higher wages

Hundreds of employees are expected to campaign in solidarity Wednesday.

By Philip Nations • April 24, 2013