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October Retail Sales Figures Signal Economic Resilience
A positive October sales report shows a strong retail market.Business - Inc. - 8 hours ago -
China retail sales beat forecasts in October while real estate slump worsens
Retail sales grew by 4.8% year-on-year, the National Bureau of Statistics said Friday. That was above the 3.8% forecasted in a Reuters poll, and a pickup from 3.2% growth in September.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
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Retail Sales Rise in October as Americans Remain Willing to Spend
A mix of factors contributed to the uptick, as people bought more cars and home store sales went up as storm damage in the Southeast got fixed. It’s a good sign for the holiday shopping season.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Why major retailers are closing stores
Over the weekend, the last full-sized Kmart in the continental U.S closed. Other retailers like Dollar Tree, Macy's, CVS and more have also closed stores over the years. Business editor at USA ...Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
Halloween’s Mutation: From Humble Holiday to Retail Monstrosity
Americans once made their own costumes and candy. Now, the holiday has rapidly commercialized, transforming into an economic juggernaut.Business - The New York Times - October 19 -
Retailers Stock Supersize TVs Ahead of Holiday Season
In Q4, giant TV sales see a marked holiday boom.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Retailers Turn to Weather Strategies as Climate Changes
Major chains now factor weather conditions into promotional strategies, inventory decisions, and advertising campaigns.Business - Inc. - November 4 -
Retailers Jump at the Chance to Invest in Fifth Avenue
IKEA and Uniqlo join luxury fashion houses in owning, rather than leasing, huge retail spaces on the strip. Developers are cashing in.Top stories - The New York Times - November 5 -
‘Wicked’ takes over retail ahead of theatrical debut
“Barbie” painted the town pink in 2023, and now “Wicked” is upping the ante by adding a splash of green.Top stories - NBC News - November 9 -
China’s retail sales jump but property gloom persists
Policymakers have unveiled a range of stimulus measures to restore confidence in the economyWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
Returns Are a Headache. More Retailers Are Saying, Just ‘Keep It.’
In a survey, nearly 60 percent of retailers said they had policies that refund customers for items that aren’t financially viable to send back.Business - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Treasury yields finish mixed as spike in rates sparks buying demand
Yields on U.S. government debt closed little changed on Friday after a post-data spike in rates triggered buying demand for most Treasurys.Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday -
Almanac: October 20
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.Top stories - CBS News - October 20 -
Almanac: October 27
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.Top stories - CBS News - October 27 -
The economic October surprise
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumers feel more confident ahead of Election Day A new survey shows that ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
This week on "Sunday Morning" (October 20)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.Top stories - CBS News - October 18 -
The 'October Theory' of Changing Your Life
As part of the “October Theory” trend, people are rethinking their approach to the last three months of the year. They’re mostly using it as a time to set goals and reflect.Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 20 -
This week on "Sunday Morning" (October 27)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
Eurozone inflation rises to 2% in October
Annual figure is slightly above expectations and matched the ECB’s targetBusiness - Financial Times - October 31 -
October was one of the driest months in history
The month of October proved to be one of the driest months in American history with various states reporting no rain for 31 days. Cities including New York, Houston, Dallas, Philadelphia and San ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Wholesale prices up 0.2% in October
A day after the CPI report revealed a rise in inflation for October, the producer price index is showing a similar increase for wholesale goods. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has ...Top stories - CBS News - 2 days ago -
British retail sales beat forecasts to rise for third straight month
Tech purchases fuel unexpected growth of 0.3%Business - Financial Times - October 18 -
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Winnebago’s stock rocked by a big profit miss, due to ‘sluggish’ retail demand
Winnebago’s stock sinks after a big profit miss for its fiscal fourth quarter, which offset a revenue beat.Business - MarketWatch - October 23 -
Target, Walmart and other retailers announce price cuts ahead of holidays
Target says more than 2,000 items are having their prices marked down ahead of holiday season, joining other retailers like Walmart and Aldi who have also announced plans for cheaper costs before ...Top stories - CBS News - October 23 -
Retailers Adjust Holiday Sales Plans to Handle Rising Consumer Stress Levels
Shoppers’ worries about the presidential election and its economic consequences threaten holiday season spending. Retailers are scrambling to limit pullbacks.Business - Inc. - October 23 -
Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list
Nike and Kohl's are expecting sales to fall this year, but they remain a top choice among consumers, indicating they must move quickly to not fall out of favor.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list
Nike and Kohl’s may not be winning on Wall Street, but a wide set of consumers still consider them to be the best in their categories, according to a consumer sentiment survey released Thursday.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
Prop 36 supporters say it will combat California's retail theft. Here's what to know.
CBS News California examined retail theft rates in California and whether the high-profile Proposition 36 would help combat those crimes.Top stories - CBS News - October 24 -
BNP Paribas Investment Bank Growth Offsets Retail Weakness
BNP Paribas reported a rise in third-quarter earnings that was in line with market expectations, as growth in its investment bank offset softness in its domestic retail business.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31 -
‘DJT’ stock has seen ‘aggressive’ selling by retail investors leading into election
During Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign for president, investors have used shares of Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. as a way to bet on the outcome of the election. But with just a few days to go ...Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Amazon’s cloud growth takes a backseat as this retail reality shines through
Often cloud growth drives Amazon’s stock movements after earnings, but this time analysts are keying in on overall profit as well as retail momentum for nondiscretionary purchases.Business - MarketWatch - November 1 -
4 retail stocks that look good even if the holiday shopping season is soft
Wall Street research firm Telsey Advisory Group is upbeat on Costco, Amazon, Best Buy and TJX Companies.Business - CNBC - November 2 -
Retailers brace for DEI blowback in lead-up to election, holiday shopping season
Some companies are concerned about attending public DEI events while others are strategizing on how to avoid criticism over their policies and programs.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
The PS5 Pro Is Available Now And Eligible For One-Day Delivery At Amazon
PS5 Pro $699 | Available ...Tech - GameSpot - November 7 -
Walmart and Other Retailers Cut Christmas Goods Imports This Year
A tepid holiday season forecast prompted many companies to slash their orders for trees, tinsel and other holiday gear.Business - Inc. - November 5 -
Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.Top stories - CBS News - November 6
