Economy

Trade

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Port Tracker

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Supply Chain

NRF works with supply chain professionals to develop resources and policies that improve the retail industry. 

 
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Shipping
Retail Trade Issues June 2023
Global retail trade updates from SoCal to Japan.
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Washington DC
On the Hill
NRF in Washington: Advocacy update May 2023
Retail’s priorities on Capitol Hill include organized retail crime and swipe fees.
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Global Port Tracker
Imports Expected to Remain Below 2022
Import cargo volume is climbing back from a low in February but should remain below last year's levels into this fall.
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What's next

Washington DC
NRF in Washington: Advocacy update May 2023
LA Port
Supply chain headlines are gone — but challenges remain
Imports Climbing But Below Pandemic Peaks
Shipping port
It’s time to avert the next supply chain disruption
Supply chain
Despite lower volumes, supply chain challenges persist