Consumer sentiment falls in August for first time in four months

Consumer sentiment fell back in August as Americans grew increasingly worried about inflation, both on a short -and long-term basis.

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Instacart launches promotion with ‘90s rock group Third Eye Blind

Instacart is partying like it’s 1999, offering customers the chance to see a concert from a legendary ‘90s band and buy some exclusive merchandise.

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NRF: Retail sales make strong comeback in July

Retail spending bounced back in July as consumers took advantage of summer sales promotions and purchased goods before more tariffs take effect.

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Placer.ai: Consumers continued to flock to off-price chains in Q2

Off-price retailers continue to excel at attracting cost-conscious consumers, as visits to major chains increased in the second quarter of 2025.

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Study: Many consumers spending at same levels as six months ago

Consumers aren’t fully feeling the effects of tariffs — yet.

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Survey: Retailers struggling to meet informed consumers' in-store needs

Keeping up with well-informed consumers is a major priority for retailers.
PetSmart partners with pet insurance provider

PetSmart customers can now purchase pet insurance on the retailer's website.
Floor & Décor expansion continues with new August locations — here’s where

Floor & Décor continues to expand its footprint across the nation.
eBay bringing back circular fashion events in September

eBay will once again host shoppable "Endless Runway" shows featuring used fashion items.
First Look: Beyond Yoga opens at Westfield Old Orchard

A growing Los Angeles-based athletic lifestyle brand has brought its store count to double digits, and more locations are on the way.
CEO confidence rises as recession fear dips; top concerns are...

Confidence among U.S. chief executives shot up during the third quarter as trade fears eased.
eTail Boston: How agentic AI and TikTok are shaking up retail

The dominant subjects at the recent eTail Boston e-commerce and omnichannel retail conference were the rapid emergence of agentic AI and TikTok as digital retail tools.
Great Clips announces next CEO

The world’s largest hair salon chain is set to make a change at CEO.
Instacart refreshes 'Carrot Academy' mobile shopper learning platform

Instacart is providing a set of upgraded training and skill development features on its shopper app.

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Consumer sentiment falls in August for first time in four months

Instacart launches promotion with ‘90s rock group Third Eye Blind

NRF: Retail sales make strong comeback in July

Placer.ai: Consumers continued to flock to off-price chains in Q2

Study: Many consumers spending at same levels as six months ago

CSA Retail's Top Women Awards

Survey: Retailers struggling to meet informed consumers' in-store needs

PetSmart partners with pet insurance provider

Floor & Décor expansion continues with new August locations — here’s where

eBay bringing back circular fashion events in September

First Look: Beyond Yoga opens at Westfield Old Orchard

CEO confidence rises as recession fear dips; top concerns are...

eTail Boston: How agentic AI and TikTok are shaking up retail

Great Clips announces next CEO

Instacart refreshes 'Carrot Academy' mobile shopper learning platform

Dynamic Design & Permitting Strategies to Fast-Track Retail Construction

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