Monthly Economic Review NRF Economist Says 2023’s Consumer Spending Growth is ‘Not Necessarily Sustainable’ in 2024 Consumers spent more than expected amid high inflation and interest rates in 2023, but growth should slow in 2024. Learn more
Retail Sales Census Retail Sales Numbers ‘On Track’ With NRF Holiday Spending Forecast November results reported by the Census Bureau show holiday season retail sales appear likely to meet NRF's forecast. Learn more
Retail Sales CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Strong Retail Sales Gain for First Half of Holiday Season The holiday shopping season got off to a good start in November as retail sales showed strong gains. Learn more
Monthly Economic Review NRF Economist Says 2023 Economy Has Seen ‘Vigorous Growth’ Despite Recent Slowdown After a year of challenges, the economy has proven to be healthy even as it continues to slow. Learn more
Retail Sales Census Says Retail Sales Grew Year Over Year in October But Growth Continued to Slow Retail sales kept up a long streak of year-over-year gains in October even though the rate of growth continued to slow. Learn more