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Consumers say they're worried about the economy, but retail sales are strong
Feb 17, 2023
Data released this week shows there’s a disconnect between what people say and what they do.
Valentine's Day chocolate sales were strong ... but it'd be helpful if you shopped earlier
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Sarah Leeson
Feb 17, 2023
"It's fun but it's difficult to know how much to make when everyone comes in on the same day," said Kristin Thalheimer Bingham, co-owner of Dean's Sweets in Portland, Maine.
What recession fears? Consumers shopped up a storm in January
Feb 15, 2023
We spent despite being whipsawed by economic news. Raises and slowing inflation helped.
The retail sector sees signs of a cautious consumer
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Justin Ho
Feb 13, 2023
Most executives predict that consumers will continue to be more selective this year.
For this toy store, it's a race to restock the shelves
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Sean McHenry
Jan 18, 2023
The owner of a North Carolina toy shop talks about the state of her business after the holiday retail season.
Declining December retail sales hit especially hard for small businesses
Jan 18, 2023
How did this holiday season go? A few entrepreneurs weigh in.
Retail sales rose a smidgen in August, but some see warning signs
Sep 15, 2022
Sales rose 0.3% last month, but there are signs some consumers are pulling back on big-ticket items, excluding cars.
For public good, not for profit.
For every unsold good, there's a liquidator waiting
Aug 24, 2022
Big-box retailers are dumping excess inventory because of lower sales. Liquidators, who resell that merchandise, are thriving.
What Walmart and Home Depot's rising sales say about consumer sentiment
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Justin Ho
Aug 16, 2022
Walmart customers are thinking about rising prices. Home Depot customers are thinking about rising interest rates.
Spending is up, but consumer confidence isn't
Jul 15, 2022
Retail sales rose in June, yet inflation is still a factor in how and where people are willing to spend.