Consumers Expected To Increase Easter-Related SpendingA new survey from the National Retail Federation shows shoppers will be out in force for the April holiday Retail Sales Slow To Start 2025Continued consumer concerns over prices were seen as a main reason for the slowdown in January. Shift In Calendar Gives December Retail Sales A Boost Several key segments, including online and apparel, saw strong gains in the year's final month. Five Below Holiday Comparable Store Sales Soft Despite the drop in same-store sales, officials with the retailer see positive signs that shoppers are responding to its increased focus on product, value, and store experience SpartanNash Fundraising Efforts Support Midwest Food Banks The company donates more than a half million dollars to help support families in need. Food Lion's Stop Hunger Efforts Sets New Record The grocer's annual Holidays Without Hunger initiative helped provide the equivalent of more than 29 million meals to families in need. Aldi Kicking Off 2025 With Valentine's Day Treats The grocer is adding a selection of sweet and savory products ahead of the February holiday. Holiday Shopping Starts Strong, NRF Says Figures from the Census Bureau and National Retail Federation show continued retail sales growth as consumers hit the stores for holiday gifts. NRF Forecasting Big Crowds For Super Saturday More than 157 million Americans are expected to shop for gifts on the final Saturday of the holiday shopping season, up from 141.9 million in 2024. Aldi Expands In Eight States, D.C. The grocer's expansion efforts roll into early December with the opening of nine new stores. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
