National Retail Federation

Retailers submit comments in opposition to USTR shipping remedies proposal

The National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Retail Industry Leaders Association submitted joint comments regarding proposed action in the Section 301 investigation of China’s targeting of the maritime, logistics and shipbuilding sectors for dominance. Together, the... more »

Census retail sales data shows consumers are ‘apprehensive’ despite ‘healthy’ economic fundamentals

Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau showed modest month-over-month retail sales growth in February amid consumer worries over inflation and Washington policy decisions, National Retail Federation (NRF) Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said. “Lower-than-expected consumer... more »

Import cargo levels continue to rise among uncertainty over tariffs

Amid continuing tariff turmoil, imports at the nation’s major container ports are expected to remain elevated through this spring but volume could see year-over-year drops this summer, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by... more »

NRF: February 2025 sales down amid tariff concerns

Retail spending declined on a monthly basis in February amid concern over tariffs, but continued to grow year over year as the economy remained strong, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released... more »

NRF urges U.S. to negotiate tariffs with Canada and Mexico

The following statement may be attributed to National Retail Federation (NRF) Executive Vice President of Government Relations David French regarding the Trump administration’s announcement that 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico will go into effect... more »

NRF Chief Economist says data is strong, but policy uncertainty clouds 2025 outlook

Strong economic performance seen in 2024 is expected to carry over and influence growth this year, but there is a wide range of uncertainty as the White House and Congress make decisions that will impact... more »

January CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows sales drop from December, strong gains year over year

Shoppers spent less in January than they did during the busy holiday month before but retail sales had strong year-over-year gains nonetheless, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released by the National... more »

Import cargo levels expected to remain high ahead of rising tariffs

Imports at the nation’s major container ports are expected to remain high as retailers continue to bring in cargo ahead of growing tariffs on China and threats against other countries, according to the Global Port Tracker... more »