Retail Sales Stay Strong Through The First Half Of Holiday SeasonYear-over-year retail sales grow in November as consumers stay resilient as they shop for their holiday needs. Retail sales surprise in SeptemberThe U.S. Census Bureau reported a near 2% increase in sales over August, and an 8.2% jump year over year Kroger issues mandatory mask policy Retailer follows Costco, Walmart in mandating shoppers wear masks in its retail stores Meijer grows pet departments Offerings include more food, grooming supplies and even Halloween costumes Digimarc, HP team up Companies collaborate to develop new printing solution Not so frightening: Halloween spending to reach $9 billion Report says Americans in mood to celebrate the season, thanks to a strong economy First Previous 6 7 8