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Rob Samtmann | Feb 10, 2025 |
Retail News

Predictions for 2025

How will inflation, interest rates and the U.S. consumer fare in 2025? In recent years, Brian Blank (finance scholar and Fed watcher) and Brandy Hadley (finance professor) have provided economic forecasting as the resident prognosticators at The Conversation US. In a recent article for Newshour on PBS.org, they shared their predictions for 2025. Turning their […]
Rob Samtmann | Jan 23, 2025 |
Retail News

U.S. Retail Ends 2024 Strong

Retail is heading into 2025 with the wind at its back – can US consumers keep up the retail spending? A Forbes article from Pam Danziger discusses some recent stats and what they could potentially mean. Key Facts: Big Question As we approach the peak holiday shopping season, American households find themselves in a challenging […]
Rob Samtmann | Jan 06, 2025 |
Retail News

Holiday Retail Looks Strong

2024 retail sales rose 3.8 percent compared with the same period last year. The holiday shopping season exceeded expectations, with consumers eager to find discounts and deals, fueling stronger-than-anticipated sales for retailers. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, U.S. retail sales rose 3.8 percent from November 1 to December 24 compared to the previous year, surpassing predictions […]
Rob Samtmann | Dec 18, 2024 |
Retail News

Expansion Plans Hatching in Philly

A recent CoStar article reports on how multiple fried chicken restaurants are expanding in Philadelphia: new leases for these establishments have doubled over 2023. The Philadelphia area has experienced a significant increase in the number of new fried chicken restaurants opening in the past year, with more on the way. Both local and national brands […]
Rob Samtmann | Nov 19, 2024 |
Retail News

In-Person Shopping To Increase

As the holiday season approaches, Americans are preparing to shop in stores much like they did in 2019, according to a recent consumer survey conducted by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) reported by Joan Verdon in her recent Forbes.com article. The survey reveals that 92% of consumers plan to shop in physical retail […]
Rob Samtmann | Oct 23, 2024 |
Retail News

Let The Ghoul Times Roll!

Surprised by Halloween decorations appearing in grocery stores even before kids went back to school? With consumers eager to celebrate, retailers are jumping in to capture the festive spirit earlier than ever. Spirit Halloween, for instance, has made waves this year by opening a record 1,525 locations and even partnering with Uber to deliver last-minute […]
Rob Samtmann | Oct 15, 2024 |
Retail News

Gen Z's New Shopping Reality

In-Store Shopping is still alive, but frustrations are high. RetailNext, known as “the pulse of the store” for its innovative in-store analytics platform, has unveiled its first Retail Vibe Check Report, offering fresh insights into Gen Z’s shopping habits. With a staggering $360 billion in spending power in the US, this generation presents both significant […]
Rob Samtmann | Sep 24, 2024 |
Retail News

Ambitious New Mixed-Use Development

BET Investments is embarking on an impressive mixed-use development on the former Prudential Insurance Co. site in Dresher, which spans 90 acres adjacent to the Promenade at Upper Dublin. This “legacy project” aims to transform the area with a comprehensive plan that includes: Situated at 2101 Welsh Road, the site is strategically located along the […]
Rob Samtmann | Sep 05, 2024 |
Retail News

The Optics Behind Warby Parker’s Expansion Plan

Warby Parker remains committed to eventually opening 900 brick-and-mortar stores nationwide, of which it now operates around 256. In 2024, the average American is projected to buy nearly four pairs of eyewear. For Warby Parker, this trend represents a substantial opportunity to enhance its market presence both online and in physical stores. In early August, […]
Rob Samtmann | Aug 15, 2024 |
Retail News

Surprise Jump in Retail Sales

Retail sales rose 1 percent in July, reversing a June slowdown and marking the largest jump in more than two years. In a recent Washington Post article, Abha Bhattarai reports on how data from the Commerce Department shows Americans are demonstrating strong spending power, fueling a vibrant U.S. economy and easing concerns about a potential […]

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