The trend reflects the divide between retailers gaining market share, such as Walmart, and those that have lost ground or filed for bankruptcy, like Big Lots.

The holidays just ended, health regimens start. Dry January is a large part of that, and yes, it definitely negatively impacts alcohol sales,” said one New Hampshire restaurant owner.

The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that 17% of items sold in 2024 were returned in 2024, totaling $890 billion, which is 15% higher than the previous year. The ...

Seattle-based fashion retailer, Nordstrom, Inc. JWN, released its fiscal 2024 holiday sales results on Jan. 13, 2025, reigniting discussions about the stock’s prospects. Investors are confronted with ...

Canadian consumers appear to have embraced falling interest rates and ended the holiday season with the strongest spending in nearly two years.

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Slower sales of the sports title account for majority of the miss. Electronic Arts Inc. said bookings fell to about $2.22 ...