Retail Sales Slow To Start 2025Continued consumer concerns over prices were seen as a main reason for the slowdown in January. Tariff Concerns Keeping U.S. Ports BusyExperts expect import levels to stay strong in the coming months as retailers work to stay ahead of the extra costs they would pay if additional tariffs are put in place. Trade Groups Express Concern Over Tariffs Officials representing retailers and manufacturers said the move by the Trump administration could harm businesses and consumers. Holiday Retail Sales Hit New Record Officials with the National Retail Federation note consumer spending during the holidays returned to pre-pandemic levels. 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. Imports Continue To Grow Over Tariff Concerns A new report from the National Retail Federation shows retailers continue to build inventories to offset the impact of higher tariffs floated by the Trump administration. East Coast, Gulf Ports Remain Open Following Agreement The tentative deal between the ports and union members allay concerns over the potential of a work stoppage. 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. November Retail Sales Grow Overcoming Calendar Shift Online retail and grocery were among the big winners in the year's 11th month. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
